Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,260 per quintal in Babain APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for 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₹2,260
- Lowest Price Today₹2,260
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,260
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.0% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹3,900 |
| 2 Panipat APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 3 Manvi APMC | ₹3,850 |
| 4 RAYADURG APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Hapur APMC | ₹3,594 |
| 7 Divai APMC | ₹3,545 |
| 8 Shikaripura APMC | ₹3,529 |
| 9 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Bapatla APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Charra APMC | ₹3,482 |
| 12 Mathura APMC | ₹3,470 |
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.
A spread of ₹430 (12.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Babain APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹2,260, with the average around ₹2,152. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Babain APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.