In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,239 per quintal in Mahabubabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Mahabubabad APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,470
- Lowest Price Today₹2,990
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,239
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.3% below the period average and just 34.8% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,857 |
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.
The ₹643 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Mahabubabad APMC ranged between ₹1,818 and ₹4,970, with the average around ₹3,281. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,422 | ₹2,918 | ₹3,256 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,470 | ₹2,990 | ₹3,239 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,338 | ₹2,646 | ₹3,318 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,352 | ₹2,911 | ₹3,230 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,436 | ₹3,018 | ₹3,340 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,201 | ₹3,033 | ₹3,401 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,851 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,392 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,518 | ₹2,988 | ₹3,381 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,387 | ₹3,357 | ₹3,357 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,898 | ₹2,918 | ₹3,379 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,111 | ₹3,312 | ₹3,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,610 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,280 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,278 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,278 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,054 | ₹2,991 | ₹3,278 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,234 | ₹2,778 | ₹3,176 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,233 | ₹2,829 | ₹3,128 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,252 | ₹2,726 | ₹3,172 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,840 | ₹2,789 | ₹3,149 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,770 | ₹2,686 | ₹3,107 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,858 | ₹2,652 | ₹3,102 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Mahabubabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.