Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Dataganj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Sarvati)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 11.8% below the period average and just 27.3% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dataganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Suryapeta APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 3 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Bankhedi APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,725 |
| 6 Manvi APMC | ₹4,402 |
| 7 Dharmavaram APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 8 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,311 |
| 9 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,297 |
| 10 Thirukoilur RM APMC | ₹4,295 |
| 11 Desur RM APMC | ₹4,240 |
| 12 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,200 |
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 ₹800 (19.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Dataganj APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,720. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,864 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dataganj APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 13 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.