Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 7.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gadarwada APMC Leader | ₹4,375 |
| 2 Raisen APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 3 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,251 |
| 4 Baran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 5 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,030 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹3,983 |
| 7 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,879 |
| 8 Bundi APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 9 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,801 |
| 10 Gondpimpri APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Madurai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Gangoh APMC | ₹3,795 |
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 ₹580 (15.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,404. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,385 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,377 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,380 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,380 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Varanasi APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.