As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Pipariya APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,500 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Paddy(Common), making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,502
- Lowest Price Today₹4,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Puspa (MR 301))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.0% above the period average and just 2.2% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 3 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 4 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 5 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 7 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,965 |
| 8 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 9 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,849 |
| 10 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,791 |
| 11 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,776 |
| 12 Baran APMC | ₹3,740 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
At ₹760 (20.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Pipariya APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹4,129. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,502 | ₹4,480 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,205 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,480 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹4,305 | ₹4,401 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,425 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,388 | ₹1,300 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,625 | ₹3,625 | ₹3,625 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,050 | ₹3,790 | ₹4,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,010 | ₹3,795 | ₹4,010 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,466 | ₹4,422 | ₹4,422 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,495 | ₹3,670 | ₹4,455 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,489 | ₹4,420 | ₹4,433 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,810 | ₹3,211 | ₹3,810 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,010 | ₹3,925 | ₹4,010 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,585 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,916 | ₹3,916 | ₹3,916 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Pipariya APMC set the pace for Paddy(Common). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.