Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,850
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.6% below the period average — just 17.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lakhimpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
At ₹643 (16.7%), 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 Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,250, with the average around ₹1,881. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,880 | ₹1,887 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,853 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,883 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹1,870 | ₹2,023 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,905 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,903 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,977 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,880 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,870 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,020 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,990 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,880 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,868 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,905 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,024 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,870 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,856 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,921 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,874 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,060 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,954 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Lakhimpur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.