In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,445 per quintal in Polavaram APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Common) yards.
01What Put Polavaram APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,445
- Lowest Price Today₹2,445
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
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.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 0.6% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Suryapeta APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 3 Bankhedi APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,725 |
| 6 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,720 |
| 7 Manvi APMC | ₹4,402 |
| 8 Dharmavaram APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,311 |
| 10 Thirukoilur RM APMC | ₹4,295 |
| 11 Desur RM APMC | ₹4,240 |
| 12 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹800 (19.0%) 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 Polavaram APMC ranged between ₹2,389 and ₹2,445, with the average around ₹2,430. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,445 |
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
Going to the top Paddy(Common) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Polavaram APMC on 13 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.