In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Harihara APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy RNR new)
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.
Today's rate is about 10.0% below the period average and just 82.2% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,375 |
| 3 Raisen APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 4 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,251 |
| 5 Baran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,082 |
| 7 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,030 |
| 8 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,879 |
| 9 Bundi APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 10 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,832 |
| 11 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,700 |
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 ₹800 (21.6%) 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 Harihara APMC ranged between ₹2,150 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹3,554. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,586 | ₹3,193 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,970 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,485 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,466 | ₹2,633 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,925 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,606 | ₹3,003 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,490 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,045 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,398 | ₹2,257 | ₹2,327 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹2,860 | ₹3,050 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,730 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,465 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,730 | ₹2,965 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,980 | ₹2,940 | ₹2,960 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,575 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Common) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Harihara APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.