As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,382 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Paddy(Common) today.
01What Put Safdarganj APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,382
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy fine)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 9.3% below the period average, and just 27.8% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapatla APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,669 |
| 3 Silvani APMC | ₹4,561 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Manvi APMC | ₹4,483 |
| 6 Bareli APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 7 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,415 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,330 |
| 9 Obedullaganj APMC | ₹4,290 |
| 10 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,225 |
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.
That ₹475 (11.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,382 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,238 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,220 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,425 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,486 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,126 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,623 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Safdarganj APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 17 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.