Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,440 per quintal in Kaikaluru APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Paddy(Common) markets.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,440
- Lowest Price Today₹2,440
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,440
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (MTU-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.
Today's rate is about 0.9% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kaikaluru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mainpuri APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,665 |
| 3 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bishenpur 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 ₹1,200 (40.0%) 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 Kaikaluru APMC ranged between ₹2,024 and ₹2,440, with the average around ₹2,419. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,024 | ₹2,024 | ₹2,024 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Common) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kaikaluru APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.