In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,369 per quintal in Palasa APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
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₹2,369
- Lowest Price Today₹2,369
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,369
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.0% below the period average, and just 2.9% 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 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapatla APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Bareli APMC | ₹4,620 |
| 3 Divi (HQ-Avanigadda) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Panipat APMC | ₹4,491 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 7 Udaipura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 8 Narmadapuram APMC | ₹4,065 |
| 9 Sevda APMC | ₹4,010 |
| 10 Datia APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Armori(Desaiganj) APMC | ₹3,873 |
| 12 Banmorkalan APMC | ₹3,860 |
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 ₹840 (21.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Palasa APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,441, with the average around ₹2,370. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palasa APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 26 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.