In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Gadarwada APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,250 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Gadarwada APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,250
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Puspa (MR 301))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.1% above the period average and just 2.3% 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 Gadarwada APMC Leader | ₹4,250 |
| 2 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 3 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 6 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,945 |
| 7 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,724 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,601 |
| 9 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Dabra APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Khair APMC | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,400 |
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 ₹850 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Gadarwada APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,350, with the average around ₹3,969. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,285 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,285 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,150 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,285 | ₹4,285 | ₹4,285 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,850 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,850 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,950 | ₹3,525 | ₹3,550 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,050 | ₹3,530 | ₹4,050 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,990 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,950 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,990 | ₹3,610 | ₹3,990 |
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
The headline Paddy(Common) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Gadarwada 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.