In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,458 per quintal in Nellore APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Paddy(Common) markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Nellore 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₹2,470
- Lowest Price Today₹2,445
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,458
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (B P T)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.2% above the period average and just 2.1% short of 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,495 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,509 (84.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Nellore APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,510, with the average around ₹2,452. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,470 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,458 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,475 | ₹2,444 | ₹2,457 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,473 | ₹2,447 | ₹2,460 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,375 | ₹2,345 | ₹2,360 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,465 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,459 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,452 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,459 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,452 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,453 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,451 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,449 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,455 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,449 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,455 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,453 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,459 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,441 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,458 | ₹2,441 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,455 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,454 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,460 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,445 | ₹2,460 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Nellore APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.