As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Macharla APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Paddy(Common) leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 36.1% above the period average and right at 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Macharla APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Mydukur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Ipur APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Atmakur (Nandyal District) APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 11 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹1,050 (42.9%) 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 Macharla APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,572. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Common), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Macharla APMC set the pace for Paddy(Common). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.