Across the reporting yards on 08 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,375 per quintal in Kakinada (Urban) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,390
- Lowest Price Today₹2,369
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.2% below the period average and just 10.7% short of 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 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kakinada (Urban) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Magroni APMC Leader | ₹4,325 |
| 2 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,171 |
| 3 Dabra APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Bareli APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Silvani APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 6 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 7 Gondpimpri APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,486 |
| 9 Baran APMC | ₹3,440 |
| 10 Gadchiroli APMC | ₹3,430 |
| 11 APMC Pombhurna APMC | ₹3,420 |
| 12 Savali APMC | ₹3,380 |
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 ₹945 (28.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Kakinada (Urban) APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,478. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,525 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kakinada (Urban) APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 08 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.