Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,445 per quintal in Polavaram APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01What Put Polavaram APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,445
- Lowest Price Today₹2,445
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.0% above the period average — right at 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 Polavaram 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 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 3 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 4 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 5 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 7 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,965 |
| 8 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 9 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,849 |
| 10 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,791 |
| 11 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,776 |
| 12 Baran APMC | ₹3,740 |
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.
A spread of ₹760 (20.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Polavaram APMC ranged between ₹2,389 and ₹2,445, with the average around ₹2,421. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Common) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Polavaram 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.