From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,366 per quintal in Karapa APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Karapa APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,363
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,366
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 1.4% below the period average, sitting just 20.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹3,665 |
| 2 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,867 |
| 7 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,812 |
| 8 Parchur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 9 Ipur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Macharla APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
At ₹1,165 (46.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Karapa APMC ranged between ₹2,356 and ₹2,963, with the average around ₹2,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,366 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,367 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,373 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,366 | ₹2,367 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,366 | ₹2,368 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
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
The day's best Paddy(Common) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Karapa APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.