In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Hapur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,682 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,065
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,682
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Basmati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.9% above the period average and just 24.7% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hapur APMC Leader | ₹3,682 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,655 |
| 3 Varaseoni APMC | ₹3,645 |
| 4 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,637 |
| 5 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,631 |
| 6 Sikarpur APMC | ₹3,607 |
| 7 Nakur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Khair APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Baheri APMC | ₹3,249 |
| 10 Banthara APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Brahmpuri 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).
The ₹682 (22.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Hapur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,890, with the average around ₹3,509. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,651 | ₹3,481 | ₹3,609 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,065 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,682 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,601 | ₹3,501 | ₹3,523 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,060 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,474 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,801 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,309 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,720 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,249 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,263 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,131 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,084 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,651 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,201 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,398 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,307 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,201 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,811 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,276 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,601 | ₹3,220 | ₹3,390 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,303 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,501 | ₹3,251 | ₹3,323 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,051 | ₹3,401 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,701 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,302 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Hapur APMC set the pace for Paddy(Common). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.