Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,615 per quintal in Harihara APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,630
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,615
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy RNR new)
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 4.8% below the period average and just 84.9% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,780 |
| 3 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 4 Raisen APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 5 Panipat APMC | ₹4,361 |
| 6 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,361 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,209 |
| 10 Sevda APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 11 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 12 Manvi APMC | ₹4,149 |
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.
The ₹651 (15.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Harihara APMC ranged between ₹2,150 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹3,797. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,630 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,615 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 | ₹3,525 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,810 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,580 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,940 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,940 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,927 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,210 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,905 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹24,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,631 | ₹2,670 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,975 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,682 | ₹2,682 | ₹2,682 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Harihara APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 22 Oct 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.