In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,325 per quintal in Nagalapuram APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,338
- Lowest Price Today₹2,313
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 2.6% above the period average, and just 0.5% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,401 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,247 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 5 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Baran APMC | ₹4,175 |
| 7 Raisen APMC | ₹4,151 |
| 8 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,016 |
| 10 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,743 |
| 12 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,704 |
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 ₹697 (18.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Nagalapuram APMC ranged between ₹2,125 and ₹2,338, with the average around ₹2,266. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,213 | ₹2,188 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,313 | ₹2,325 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,313 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,188 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,188 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,188 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,225 | ₹2,188 | ₹2,213 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,188 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,188 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,213 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,188 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Nagalapuram APMC on 17 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.