Paddy(Dhan) price in Kerala today
Daily mandi rates for Paddy(Dhan) across APMC markets in Kerala, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 14 Jul 2026.
Quick answer
In Kerala, the modal price of Paddy(Dhan) is about ₹2,399 per quintal (about ₹24/kg) as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹1,800–₹3,230) across 3 markets. That is about 11% above the national modal price of ₹2,157.
Modal₹2,399per quintal
Min₹1,800lowest
Max₹3,230highest
Markets3in Kerala
Paddy(Dhan) price by market in Kerala
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernakulam | Ernakulam | ₹2,258 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,740 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Mukkom Market | Kozhikode(Calicut) | ₹2,430 | ₹1,850 | ₹3,230 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Thrissur | Thrissur | ₹2,508 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,080 | 14 Jul 2026 |
Why Paddy(Dhan) prices vary across Kerala
Kharif crop harvested Oct–Dec; some rabi paddy in the south. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Telangana) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹1,800 to ₹3,230.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Paddy(Dhan) price in Kerala today?
The modal price of Paddy(Dhan) in Kerala is around ₹2,399 per quintal as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹1,800–₹3,230).
How many markets report Paddy(Dhan) in Kerala?
3 APMC markets across Kerala currently report Paddy(Dhan) prices in this dataset.
Is Paddy(Dhan) cheaper in Kerala than the national average?
The Kerala modal price (₹2,399) is above the all-India modal price of ₹2,157 per quintal.