Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,389 per quintal in Mandapeta APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,369
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,389
- 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.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average — just 0.5% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mandapeta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Mandapeta APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,388. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,389 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Mandapeta 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.