In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,196 per quintal in Manvi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,610
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,196
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Sona Masuri (OLD))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.4% below the period average and just 44.1% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Raisen APMC Leader | ₹4,711 |
| 2 Pipariya APMC | ₹4,486 |
| 3 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 4 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 5 Bundi APMC | ₹4,176 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,056 |
| 7 Barabanki APMC | ₹4,009 |
| 8 Bhadravathi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹3,999 |
| 10 Hapur APMC | ₹3,995 |
| 11 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,927 |
| 12 Savali APMC | ₹3,820 |
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.
That ₹891 (23.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Manvi APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,714, with the average around ₹3,568. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹3,890 | ₹3,425 | ₹3,518 |
| 09 Nov | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,714 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,337 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,980 | ₹4,067 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,449 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹3,950 | ₹4,443 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,465 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,149 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,921 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,494 | ₹4,342 | ₹4,483 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,761 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,402 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,933 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,210 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,205 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,195 | ₹4,195 | ₹4,195 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,242 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,074 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,360 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,666 | ₹3,850 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,882 | ₹3,975 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,730 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Manvi APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 21 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.