Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Paatan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 6.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.7% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,581 |
| 2 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 3 Raisen APMC | ₹4,386 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,275 |
| 5 Dabra APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,180 |
| 7 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,165 |
| 8 Hapur APMC | ₹3,970 |
| 9 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,958 |
| 10 Gangavathi APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 11 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 12 Gondpimpri APMC | ₹3,800 |
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 ₹781 (20.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Common) prices at Paatan APMC ranged between ₹2,010 and ₹3,180, with the average around ₹2,827. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,820 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,010 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,805 | ₹2,805 | ₹2,805 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,180 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,180 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Paatan APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.