In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Babbuguda APMC stood at the front of the pack for Calf, clocking the day's best rate at ₹20,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Calf today.
01What Put Babbuguda APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCalf (Calf)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Calf rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.3% above the period average and just 42.9% 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.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Calf prices at Babbuguda APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹18,636. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
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
Going to the top Calf market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Babbuguda APMC set the pace for Calf. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.