Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,529 per quintal in Basti APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,529
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 21.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹7,650 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹5,053 |
| 3 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,876 |
| 4 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 5 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,495 |
| 6 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,355 |
| 7 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,310 |
| 8 Kampli APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 9 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 11 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,169 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
That ₹3,481 (83.5%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,598. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,529 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,549 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,813 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,592 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,620 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Paddy(Common), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Basti APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.