Here's the 14 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,549 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. This is one of several Paddy(Common) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,355
- Lowest Price Today₹2,029
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,549
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Samba Masuri)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 13.4% above the period average, sitting just 18.5% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiroda APMC Leader | ₹4,408 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,302 |
| 3 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Raisen APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,035 |
| 7 Sindhanur APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 8 Dabra APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 9 Mul APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 10 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Gondpimpri APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Kadamtala 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.
A spread of ₹608 (16.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹1,676 and ₹4,355, with the average around ₹3,130. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,355 | ₹2,029 | ₹3,549 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,355 | ₹2,029 | ₹3,549 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,556 | ₹1,678 | ₹3,229 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,529 | ₹2,962 | ₹3,275 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,491 | ₹1,729 | ₹3,275 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,141 | ₹2,875 | ₹3,303 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,135 | ₹2,259 | ₹3,146 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,439 | ₹1,959 | ₹3,305 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,337 | ₹2,059 | ₹3,331 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,036 | ₹1,756 | ₹3,309 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,859 | ₹1,676 | ₹3,189 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,369 | ₹2,785 | ₹3,196 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,013 | ₹2,669 | ₹3,186 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,839 | ₹2,675 | ₹3,226 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,336 | ₹2,531 | ₹3,079 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,679 | ₹2,619 | ₹3,092 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,679 | ₹2,559 | ₹3,106 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,429 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,975 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,316 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,925 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,159 | ₹2,489 | ₹2,869 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Kesamudram APMC on 14 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.