In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,050 per quintal in Akbarpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,050
- Lowest Price Today₹2,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
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.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 0.2% above the period average — just 14.6% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹7,650 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹5,053 |
| 3 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 4 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,359 |
| 5 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,275 |
| 6 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,230 |
| 7 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Panipat APMC | ₹4,161 |
| 9 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,141 |
| 10 Raisen APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 APMC Gondpimpri APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,030 |
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.
At ₹3,620 (89.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Akbarpur APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,045. 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 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,055 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,029 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,910 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,905 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,905 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,904 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,910 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,906 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,170 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Akbarpur APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.