In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Sidhauli APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 5.0% below the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹532 (12.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Sidhauli APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,895. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,810 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,802 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,857 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,809 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,806 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,980 | ₹1,960 | ₹1,970 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,955 | ₹1,957 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,957 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,015 | ₹1,975 | ₹1,996 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,985 | ₹1,980 | ₹1,983 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,855 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,820 | ₹1,805 | ₹1,809 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,810 | ₹1,805 | ₹1,807 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Sidhauli APMC on 17 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.