Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Vakadu APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,410
- Lowest Price Today₹2,389
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 0.4% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kothabommali APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Dharmavaram APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Vakadu APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Bhimunipatnam APMC | ₹2,369 |
| 5 Peddapuram APMC | ₹2,369 |
| 6 Karapa APMC | ₹2,367 |
| 7 Bhatgaon APMC | ₹2,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹800 (40.0%) 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 Vakadu APMC ranged between ₹2,389 and ₹2,410, with the average around ₹2,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Vakadu APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.