Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,960 per quintal in Armori APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,380
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.5% below the period average — just 19.3% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pipariya APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,236 |
| 6 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,202 |
| 7 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Bundi APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Channagiri APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 10 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,965 |
| 11 Saharanpur APMC | ₹3,910 |
| 12 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
That ₹650 (16.9%) 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 Armori APMC ranged between ₹2,690 and ₹3,670, with the average around ₹3,004. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,380 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,960 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,050 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,510 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,120 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,570 | ₹3,040 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,640 | ₹3,190 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,670 | ₹2,930 | ₹3,460 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,320 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,540 | ₹2,920 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,870 | ₹3,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,180 | ₹2,740 | ₹2,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,010 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,780 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,350 | ₹2,890 | ₹3,310 |
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 day's best Paddy(Common) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Armori APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.