Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Colonelganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Colonelganj APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
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.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 22.2% below the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapatla APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,606 |
| 3 Silvani APMC | ₹4,561 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Manvi APMC | ₹4,483 |
| 6 Bareli APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 7 Gangoh APMC | ₹4,325 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 9 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,255 |
| 10 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,225 |
| 11 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,168 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
The ₹532 (12.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Colonelganj APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Colonelganj APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.