Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,146 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,146
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
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 13.2% below the period average, sitting just 47.0% 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 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barabanki APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareilly APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 3 Nakur APMC | ₹3,580 |
| 4 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,551 |
| 5 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,534 |
| 6 Hapur APMC | ₹3,523 |
| 7 Bhehjoi APMC | ₹3,453 |
| 8 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,301 |
| 10 Safdarganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Purwa APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Lalganj APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
At ₹800 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,050, with the average around ₹2,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,146 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,029 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,107 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,020 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,262 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,563 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,725 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,357 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,567 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Barabanki APMC on 15 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.