Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,367 per quintal in Karapa APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Karapa APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,365
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,367
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (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 1.3% below the period average and just 20.1% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pulpally Market APMC Leader | ₹3,130 |
| 2 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,827 |
| 5 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,663 |
| 7 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 8 Kamalapuram APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 9 Proddatur APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Ongole APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Ipur 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 ₹630 (25.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Karapa APMC ranged between ₹2,356 and ₹2,963, with the average around ₹2,399. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,367 |
| 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 |
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Karapa APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.