Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,550 per quintal in Lashkar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 8.3% above the period average — just 16.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Lashkar 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Common) prices at Lashkar APMC ranged between ₹2,310 and ₹4,225, with the average around ₹3,278. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,105 | ₹3,025 | ₹3,105 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,225 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,225 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,310 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,360 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
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 headline Paddy(Common) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Lashkar APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.