In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,425 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. This is one of several Paddy(Common) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.4% below the period average and just 26.5% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Safdarganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Suryapeta APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 3 Bankhedi APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,725 |
| 6 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,720 |
| 7 Manvi APMC | ₹4,402 |
| 8 Dharmavaram APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,311 |
| 10 Thirukoilur RM APMC | ₹4,295 |
| 11 Desur RM APMC | ₹4,240 |
| 12 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
The ₹800 (19.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,647. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,425 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,486 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,126 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,623 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Common) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, Safdarganj APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 13 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.