As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹4,030 per quintal in Anoop Shahar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,030
- Lowest Price Today₹4,030
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,030
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 17.9% above the period average, and right at 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sindhanur APMC Leader | ₹7,650 |
| 2 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹5,053 |
| 3 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,876 |
| 4 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 7 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,215 |
| 9 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,182 |
| 11 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,169 |
| 12 Panipat APMC | ₹4,161 |
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.
The ₹3,489 (83.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Anoop Shahar APMC ranged between ₹2,365 and ₹4,030, with the average around ₹3,418. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,030 | ₹4,030 | ₹4,030 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,070 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,018 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,840 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,509 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,351 | ₹3,051 | ₹3,246 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,371 | ₹3,051 | ₹3,229 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,232 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,533 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,506 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,711 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,407 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,514 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,302 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,103 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,108 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Common) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Anoop Shahar APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.