Here's the 29 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Gangavathi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,200 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Paddy(Common) today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Kaveri Sona)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 26.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gangavathi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangavathi APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,751 |
| 3 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 4 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹3,220 |
| 6 Macharla APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Nagbhid APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Mydukur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Kothabommali APMC | ₹2,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹1,400 (50.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Gangavathi APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,333, with the average around ₹3,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,180 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,667 | ₹2,667 | ₹2,667 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,347 | ₹2,860 | ₹3,067 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,267 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,951 | ₹3,951 | ₹3,951 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,333 | ₹4,240 | ₹4,287 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,007 | ₹4,280 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,440 | ₹3,067 | ₹3,333 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,243 | ₹4,045 | ₹4,213 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,093 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,540 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,805 | ₹3,860 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,133 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,793 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,133 | ₹3,133 | ₹3,133 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,089 | ₹3,089 | ₹3,089 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,380 | ₹2,880 | ₹3,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Common), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Gangavathi APMC led Paddy(Common) on 29 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.