Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Proddatur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01What Put Proddatur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
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.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 1.3% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Channagiri APMC Leader | ₹4,020 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,945 |
| 3 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,724 |
| 4 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,601 |
| 5 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Khair APMC | ₹3,401 |
| 7 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹3,130 |
| 11 Armori(Desaiganj) APMC | ₹3,090 |
| 12 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
That ₹1,020 (34.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Proddatur APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,468. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 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
Before carting Paddy(Common) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Proddatur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.