In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,445 per quintal in Pithapuram APMC. See where this sits in the day's Paddy(Common) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,441
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,445
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 2.3% above the period average, and just 0.2% 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 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mydukur APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Narasaraopet APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Darsi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 4 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 5 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Ipur APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Pithapuram APMC | ₹2,445 |
| 8 Nidadavolu APMC | ₹2,445 |
| 9 Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Kanchili APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Rampachodvaram APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 12 Karapa APMC | ₹2,364 |
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 ₹1,436 (60.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Pithapuram APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,450, with the average around ₹2,389. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,445 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
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
The day's best Paddy(Common) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Pithapuram APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 24 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.