Here's the 26 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,459 per quintal in Nellore 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,461
- Lowest Price Today₹2,443
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,459
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapatla APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Bareli APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 3 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 4 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,525 |
| 5 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Panipat APMC | ₹4,491 |
| 7 Narmadapuram APMC | ₹4,380 |
| 8 APMC Savali APMC | ₹4,310 |
| 9 Sheopurbadod APMC | ₹4,305 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Raisen APMC | ₹4,220 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,211 |
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 ₹489 (11.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Nellore APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,510, with the average around ₹2,452. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹2,461 | ₹2,443 | ₹2,459 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,448 | ₹2,456 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,463 | ₹2,447 | ₹2,452 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,471 | ₹2,444 | ₹2,458 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,448 | ₹2,459 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,469 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,457 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,458 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,475 | ₹2,444 | ₹2,457 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,473 | ₹2,447 | ₹2,460 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,375 | ₹2,345 | ₹2,360 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,465 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,459 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,452 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,459 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,452 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,453 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,451 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,449 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,455 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,449 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,455 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,453 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Nellore APMC on 26 Oct 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.