In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,818 per quintal in Golagokarnath APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Golagokarnath APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,705
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,818
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
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.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 6.6% below the period average, and just 27.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vidisha APMC Leader | ₹4,401 |
| 2 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,247 |
| 4 Bundi APMC | ₹4,235 |
| 5 Mainpuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 6 Baran APMC | ₹4,175 |
| 7 Raisen APMC | ₹4,151 |
| 8 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,016 |
| 10 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,743 |
| 12 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,704 |
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 ₹697 (18.8%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Golagokarnath APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,946. 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 | ₹2,300 | ₹1,705 | ₹1,818 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,351 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,280 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,846 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,843 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,110 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,149 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,912 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,113 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,710 | ₹2,026 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,070 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,802 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,205 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹1,711 | ₹1,771 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,985 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,145 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,330 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,866 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,320 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,139 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,760 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,723 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Golagokarnath APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.