Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Sandila APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,950
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 17.3% below the period average, sitting just 39.1% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,797 |
| 2 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 3 Bareli APMC | ₹4,671 |
| 4 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,615 |
| 5 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,560 |
| 6 APMC Armori APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 7 APMC Gadchiroli APMC | ₹4,530 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Bareta APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 APMC Tiroda APMC | ₹4,360 |
| 11 Semriharchand APMC | ₹4,301 |
| 12 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,300 |
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 ₹497 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Sandila APMC ranged between ₹1,325 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,359. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 20 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,093 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,097 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,325 | ₹1,325 | ₹1,325 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,665 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,042 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,803 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,351 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,409 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,075 | ₹2,075 | ₹2,075 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,075 | ₹2,075 | ₹2,075 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Sandila APMC on 21 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.