In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,679 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Mehmoodabad APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,150
- Lowest Price Today₹2,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,679
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 20.7% above the period average, and just 14.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapatla APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹4,601 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,533 |
| 4 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,510 |
| 5 Hoovinahadagali APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,280 |
| 7 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,172 |
| 10 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,160 |
| 11 Pipariya APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 12 APMC Savali APMC | ₹4,100 |
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 ₹600 (14.6%) 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 Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,150, with the average around ₹2,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,679 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,362 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,750 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,271 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,680 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,022 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,560 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,385 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,677 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,522 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,320 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,308 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,425 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,204 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,649 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,111 |
| 24 Aug | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Common) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Mehmoodabad APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.