Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,550 per quintal in Bhander APMC. See where this sits in the day's Paddy(Common) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,665
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 4.1% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Bhander APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹7,650 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹5,053 |
| 3 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,876 |
| 4 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Varaseoni APMC | ₹4,495 |
| 7 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,310 |
| 8 Kampli APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 9 Obedullaganj APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 12 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
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 ₹3,450 (82.1%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Bhander APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹3,409. 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 | ₹3,665 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,965 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,405 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,405 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,275 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,625 | ₹3,625 | ₹3,625 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Common) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Bhander APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.