In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy fine)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 15.9% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
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 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,015 |
| 4 Mathura APMC | ₹3,911 |
| 5 Khair APMC | ₹3,837 |
| 6 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,735 |
| 7 Moth APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 8 Datia APMC | ₹3,658 |
| 9 APMC Brahmpuri APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 10 Alampur APMC | ₹3,605 |
| 11 Anoop Shahar APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Chirgaon APMC | ₹3,496 |
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 ₹568 (16.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹2,617. 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 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,221 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,238 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,220 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Paddy(Common) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Safdarganj 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.