Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,919 per quintal in Suryapeta APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,249
- Lowest Price Today₹1,809
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,919
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 6.7% above the period average, sitting just 31.1% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Suryapeta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,521 |
| 2 Dabra APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 3 Gangoh APMC | ₹4,002 |
| 4 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 5 Repalli APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Lingasugur APMC | ₹3,310 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹3,276 |
| 9 Armori APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹3,130 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹1,391 (44.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Suryapeta APMC ranged between ₹1,429 and ₹4,239, with the average around ₹2,735. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,249 | ₹1,809 | ₹2,919 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,019 | ₹2,606 | ₹3,019 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,888 | ₹2,888 | ₹2,888 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,519 | ₹2,806 | ₹3,359 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,249 | ₹1,730 | ₹2,249 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,869 | ₹1,869 | ₹1,869 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,709 | ₹2,569 | ₹3,511 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,222 | ₹2,056 | ₹2,222 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,239 | ₹2,429 | ₹4,239 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,966 | ₹1,966 | ₹1,966 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,464 | ₹2,469 | ₹3,464 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,481 | ₹3,229 | ₹3,479 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,699 | ₹3,463 | ₹3,479 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,026 | ₹1,717 | ₹1,906 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,408 | ₹2,489 | ₹3,388 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,660 | ₹3,439 | ₹3,439 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,016 | ₹1,729 | ₹1,916 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,723 | ₹2,209 | ₹3,683 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,161 | ₹1,961 | ₹2,161 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,976 | ₹1,836 | ₹1,836 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Suryapeta 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.