In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Maddipadu APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Common), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,800 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Paddy(Common) board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Maddipadu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Maddipadu APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Kakinada (Urban) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Rampurhat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Rayya(Sathiala) APMC | ₹2,461 |
| 6 Jalumuru APMC | ₹2,441 |
| 7 Peddapuram APMC | ₹2,441 |
| 8 Jaggampet APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 9 Sampara (Kakinada Rural) APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Yellamanchili APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Surajpur APMC | ₹2,390 |
| 12 Prattipadu APMC | ₹2,379 |
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 ₹421 (17.7%) 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 Maddipadu APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,688. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Maddipadu APMC set the pace for Paddy(Common). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.