In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Macharla APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,250
- Lowest Price Today₹3,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 13.1% above the period average and just 7.1% 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 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,734 |
| 2 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 3 Bareli APMC | ₹4,671 |
| 4 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹4,551 |
| 5 APMC Armori APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 6 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,540 |
| 7 APMC Gadchiroli APMC | ₹4,530 |
| 8 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,405 |
| 9 Bareta APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Guna APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Morena APMC | ₹4,225 |
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.
A spread of ₹509 (12.1%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Macharla APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,873. 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 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
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 Paddy(Common) 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Macharla APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.