Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Katni APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy)
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.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 7.0% above the period average, and just 11.5% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Katni APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangavathi APMC Leader | ₹4,950 |
| 2 Kampli APMC | ₹4,864 |
| 3 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 5 Obedullaganj APMC | ₹4,565 |
| 6 Pipariya APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Bareli APMC | ₹4,410 |
| 8 Morena APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Samana APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,390 |
| 11 Guna APMC | ₹4,360 |
| 12 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,350 |
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.
That ₹600 (13.8%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Katni APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,150. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹1,990 | ₹1,910 | ₹1,990 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,978 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,251 | ₹1,321 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,541 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,580 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,580 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,524 | ₹1,699 | ₹2,240 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,521 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,381 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,457 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,380 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,385 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹1,851 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,441 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,130 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,444 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,369 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,417 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,100 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Katni APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 22 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.