Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,181 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,270
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,181
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 7.6% above the period average — just 7.8% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Banthara 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 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,375 |
| 4 Raisen APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 5 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,287 |
| 6 Baran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 7 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,030 |
| 8 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,983 |
| 9 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,879 |
| 10 Bundi APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 11 Gondpimpri APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹700 (18.4%) 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 Banthara APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,450, with the average around ₹2,956. 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 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,270 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,181 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,087 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,094 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,544 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,160 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,980 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,968 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,948 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,029 | ₹3,029 | ₹3,029 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,029 | ₹3,029 | ₹3,029 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,260 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,320 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,228 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,360 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,135 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,250 | ₹2,470 | ₹3,002 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,360 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,330 |
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
Selling Paddy(Common) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Banthara APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.