In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹4,815 per quintal in Ballari APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,495
- Lowest Price Today₹3,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,815
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Sona)
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.
Today's rate is about 17.5% above the period average and just 12.4% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangavathi APMC Leader | ₹5,733 |
| 2 Manvi APMC | ₹5,449 |
| 3 Ballari APMC | ₹4,815 |
| 4 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 6 Bareli APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 7 Raisen APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Semriharchand APMC | ₹4,675 |
| 11 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,600 |
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.
That ₹1,133 (24.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹3,010 and ₹5,495, with the average around ₹4,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹5,495 | ₹3,010 | ₹4,815 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,620 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,380 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Common), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Ballari APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 28 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.