Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Jul 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Dindori APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,999
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.2% below the period average and just 14.0% 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 18 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,450 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 3 Bundi APMC | ₹4,101 |
| 4 Dabra APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Khurja APMC | ₹3,819 |
| 6 Khair APMC | ₹3,801 |
| 7 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,699 |
| 8 Mul APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 9 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,644 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,632 |
| 11 Sikarpur APMC | ₹3,582 |
| 12 Chamorshi APMC | ₹3,568 |
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.
A spread of ₹882 (24.7%) 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 Dindori APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,325, with the average around ₹2,004. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,025 | ₹2,025 | ₹2,025 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,025 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,015 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,015 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,125 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,999 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Jul 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Dindori APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.