In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Madugula APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.2% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹7,650 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹5,053 |
| 3 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 5 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,359 |
| 6 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 7 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,230 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,215 |
| 9 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,169 |
| 11 Panipat APMC | ₹4,161 |
| 12 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,141 |
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 ₹3,509 (84.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Madugula APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,300. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
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
Selling Paddy(Common) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Madugula APMC on 16 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.