Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Bharthna APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Common) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.4% above the period average and just 15.0% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangavathi APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Bapatla APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 3 Suryapeta APMC | ₹4,669 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Manvi APMC | ₹4,483 |
| 6 Bareli APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 7 Vidisha APMC | ₹4,370 |
| 8 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,230 |
| 10 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sindhanur APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
The ₹800 (19.5%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Bharthna APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,081. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,397 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,298 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,650 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,392 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,408 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,578 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,560 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,551 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,306 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Common) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) traded at this rate in Bharthna APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.