Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,365 per quintal in Karapa 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,361
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,365
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
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.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 0.5% below the period average, and just 20.2% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,100 |
| 2 Datia APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 3 Kothabommali APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 4 Burgampadu APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Maddipadu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Dammapet APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Addanki APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 8 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 9 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Mandapeta APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Rampurhat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Rayya(Sathiala) APMC | ₹2,461 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹1,639 (66.6%) 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 Karapa APMC ranged between ₹2,332 and ₹2,963, with the average around ₹2,378. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,367 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,367 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,367 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,367 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,366 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,363 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,367 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,363 | ₹2,365 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,365 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,367 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,365 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,362 | ₹2,366 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,367 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,364 | ₹2,366 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Karapa APMC on 18 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.