Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Mydukur 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Masuri)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 3.4% below the period average — just 8.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kothabommali APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Chirala APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 5 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Srikalahasti APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,445 |
| 8 Atmakur (Nandyal District) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Dubbak APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Darsi APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Mandapeta APMC | ₹2,389 |
| 12 Pithapuram APMC | ₹2,379 |
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.
That ₹421 (17.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Mydukur APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,382. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Paddy(Common), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mydukur APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.