In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,827 per quintal in Machilipatnam APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01What Put Machilipatnam APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,993
- Lowest Price Today₹2,745
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,827
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 3.7% below the period average, sitting just 11.7% 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
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 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹3,945 |
| 2 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,724 |
| 3 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,601 |
| 4 Khair APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 5 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹3,130 |
| 9 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Malleswaram (HQ-Bantumili) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,827 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
That ₹1,118 (39.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Machilipatnam APMC ranged between ₹2,733 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,934. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,993 | ₹2,745 | ₹2,827 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,973 | ₹2,747 | ₹2,867 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,053 | ₹2,785 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,987 | ₹2,813 | ₹2,940 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,973 | ₹2,759 | ₹2,853 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,947 | ₹2,785 | ₹2,840 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,025 | ₹2,785 | ₹2,867 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,907 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,759 | ₹2,853 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,853 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,067 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,025 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,867 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,867 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,733 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,067 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,867 | ₹2,967 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,933 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,067 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,067 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,133 | ₹2,933 | ₹3,000 |
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
Going to the top Paddy(Common) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Machilipatnam APMC on 18 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.