In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,420 per quintal in Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,440
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,420
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (1001)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 1.7% above the period average — just 1.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 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 ₹3,509 (84.7%) 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 Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,450, with the average around ₹2,380. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,440 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,420 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 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 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,389 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,379 |
| 11 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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Common) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.