From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,866 per quintal in Powayan 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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,866
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 4.7% below the period average — just 50.9% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Powayan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,481 (83.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹1,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,866 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,125 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,856 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,854 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,205 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,856 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,920 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,910 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,706 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,879 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,925 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,846 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,045 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,837 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,853 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,844 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,020 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,833 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,880 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,888 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,967 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,890 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,841 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,962 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,641 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,470 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Powayan APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 16 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.