Looking at how the yards traded on 15 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,359 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,349
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,359
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average — just 0.4% 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 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹3,592 |
| 2 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,534 |
| 3 Bareilly APMC | ₹3,438 |
| 4 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Salon APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Yusufpur APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Basti APMC | ₹2,826 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Parchur APMC | ₹2,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹992 (38.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹2,349 and ₹2,369, with the average around ₹2,359. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Payakaraopeta APMC on 15 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.