Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,245 per quintal in Balrampur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Paddy(Common) markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Balrampur APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,245
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 9.4% above the period average, sitting just 25.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balrampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹3,682 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,655 |
| 3 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,637 |
| 4 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,631 |
| 5 Varaseoni APMC | ₹3,610 |
| 6 Sikarpur APMC | ₹3,607 |
| 7 Nakur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Khair APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Baheri APMC | ₹3,249 |
| 10 Banthara APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Brahmpuri APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Lalganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹682 (22.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Balrampur APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,053. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,245 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,834 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,691 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,784 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,065 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,625 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,890 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,761 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,777 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,525 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,382 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Common), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Balrampur APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.