Checking the day's mandi numbers for 14 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,441 per quintal in Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) 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₹2,441
- Lowest Price Today₹2,441
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,441
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (MTU-1010)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.8% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Tiroda APMC | ₹4,408 |
| 3 Raisen APMC | ₹4,390 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 5 Bundi APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 6 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,213 |
| 7 Dabra APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 8 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,035 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 11 Kadamtala APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹700 (18.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,441, with the average around ₹2,397. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,441 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Penamaluru (HQ-Kankipadu) APMC on 14 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.