In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,359 per quintal in Payakaraopeta APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Payakaraopeta APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,349
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,359
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
The ₹643 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Payakaraopeta APMC ranged between ₹2,349 and ₹3,369, with the average around ₹2,359. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,349 | ₹2,359 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Payakaraopeta APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.