With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Santhamaguluru APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Paddy(Common) today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,570
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 1.9% above the period average, and just 1.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹4,002 |
| 2 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 3 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 4 Lingasugur APMC | ₹3,310 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 6 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹3,130 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Gohad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Mydukur APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
The ₹1,002 (33.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Santhamaguluru APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,580, with the average around ₹2,503. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,580 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,480 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Santhamaguluru APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.