Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,550 per quintal in Kakinada (Urban) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kakinada (Urban) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,441
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 5.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% 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 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sircilla APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 3 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 4 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Rajound APMC | ₹2,461 |
| 6 Bhadrachalam APMC | ₹2,461 |
| 7 Pithapuram APMC | ₹2,445 |
| 8 Jalumuru APMC | ₹2,441 |
| 9 Jaggampet APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Kanchili APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Rampachodvaram APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 12 Karapa APMC | ₹2,367 |
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 ₹433 (18.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Kakinada (Urban) APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,440 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,440 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,440 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,440 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,440 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,441 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,430 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,375 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Kakinada (Urban) APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.