In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,972 per quintal in Powayan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,972
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 12.4% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Raisen APMC Leader | ₹4,711 |
| 2 Pipariya APMC | ₹4,486 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,308 |
| 4 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 5 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,221 |
| 6 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 7 Bundi APMC | ₹4,176 |
| 8 Bhadravathi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹3,999 |
| 10 Hapur APMC | ₹3,995 |
| 11 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,929 |
| 12 Savali APMC | ₹3,820 |
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 ₹891 (23.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,250, with the average around ₹1,922. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,972 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,930 | ₹2,166 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,112 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,069 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,873 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,023 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,920 | ₹2,155 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,920 | ₹2,082 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,008 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,929 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,007 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,947 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,986 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,920 | ₹1,949 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,060 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,999 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,956 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,926 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,903 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,942 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,959 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Powayan APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.