In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Dammapet APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Dammapet APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Samba Masuri)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 15.4% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aligarh APMC Leader | ₹4,064 |
| 2 Kasganj APMC | ₹4,025 |
| 3 Mathura APMC | ₹3,911 |
| 4 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Khair APMC | ₹3,837 |
| 6 Datia APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 7 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,735 |
| 8 Moth APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 9 Anoop Shahar APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Chirgaon APMC | ₹3,496 |
| 11 Banmorkalan APMC | ₹3,480 |
| 12 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹614 (17.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Dammapet APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,426. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,440 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,440 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,440 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,440 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,499 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Common) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dammapet APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 18 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.