Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Limkheda APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
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.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 4.6% below the period average — just 31.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangavathi APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 3 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,620 |
| 4 Silvani APMC | ₹4,561 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Manvi APMC | ₹4,483 |
| 7 Bareli APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 9 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,255 |
| 10 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,225 |
| 11 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,168 |
| 12 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
The ₹800 (19.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Common) prices at Limkheda APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,939. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,475 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Common) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Limkheda APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.