Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Aliganj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Aliganj 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₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
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 4.1% below the period average — just 9.4% 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 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,876 |
| 4 Gangavathi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,531 |
| 7 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,310 |
| 8 Kampli APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 9 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 11 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,169 |
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.
At ₹3,481 (83.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Common) prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹3,025. 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 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Common) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Common) changed hands at this rate in Aliganj APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.