Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,810 per quintal in Balaghat APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
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₹1,810
- Lowest Price Today₹1,810
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,810
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.4% above the period average — just 23.8% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Raisen APMC Leader | ₹4,305 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,251 |
| 3 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,879 |
| 4 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,857 |
| 5 Bundi APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 6 Gangavathi APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Dabra APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Kesamudram APMC | ₹3,599 |
| 9 Achalda APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹1,005 (30.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Balaghat APMC ranged between ₹1,620 and ₹2,375, with the average around ₹1,803. 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 | ₹1,810 | ₹1,810 | ₹1,810 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,375 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,805 | ₹1,785 | ₹1,805 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,810 | ₹1,805 | ₹1,810 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,625 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,625 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,895 | ₹1,895 | ₹1,895 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,825 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,825 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,810 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,820 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,820 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,815 | ₹1,815 | ₹1,815 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Balaghat APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 19 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.