Across the reporting yards on 20 Oct 2026, Darsi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,600 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Darsi APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Darsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Darsi APMC Leader | ₹2,600 |
| 2 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Prattipadu APMC | ₹2,379 |
| 4 Palasa APMC | ₹2,369 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
At ₹231 (9.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Darsi APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,522. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Darsi APMC was the market to beat for Paddy(Common) on 20 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.