As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,369 per quintal in Bhimunipatnam APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,369
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,369
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Samba Masuri)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.1% below the period average and just 20.0% short of 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bhimunipatnam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹3,665 |
| 2 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 3 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 4 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 5 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Machilipatnam APMC | ₹2,867 |
| 11 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,812 |
| 12 Parchur APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹1,065 (41.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Bhimunipatnam APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,961, with the average around ₹2,395. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 27 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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Common) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Bhimunipatnam APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.