Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,855 per quintal in Bahraich APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,855
- Lowest Price Today₹1,855
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,855
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.9% below the period average — just 25.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 7 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 10 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,965 |
| 11 Saharanpur APMC | ₹3,910 |
| 12 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,857 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹643 (16.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Bahraich APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,872. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,855 | ₹1,855 | ₹1,855 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,855 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,854 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,923 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Paddy(Common) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Bahraich APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.