In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,445 per quintal in Polavaram APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,445
- Lowest Price Today₹2,445
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.9% 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 20 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 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,581 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,275 |
| 3 Dabra APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 4 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,214 |
| 5 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,144 |
| 6 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,971 |
| 7 Gangavathi APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 8 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 9 Mul APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Bundi APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Savali APMC | ₹3,620 |
| 12 Baran APMC | ₹3,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹981 (27.3%) 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 ₹2,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Polavaram APMC on 20 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.