With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,730 per quintal in Moth APMC. See where this sits in the day's Paddy(Common) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Moth APMC on Top Today
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₹3,730
- Lowest Price Today₹3,730
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,730
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 4-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 0.7% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aligarh APMC Leader | ₹4,064 |
| 2 Kasganj APMC | ₹4,025 |
| 3 Mathura APMC | ₹3,911 |
| 4 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Khair APMC | ₹3,837 |
| 6 Datia APMC | ₹3,790 |
| 7 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,735 |
| 8 Moth APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 9 Anoop Shahar APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Chirgaon APMC | ₹3,496 |
| 11 Banmorkalan APMC | ₹3,480 |
| 12 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,450 |
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.
A spread of ₹614 (17.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Moth APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹3,980, with the average around ₹3,704. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 | ₹3,730 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,880 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,591 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,980 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,804 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,690 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,690 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Moth APMC reported Paddy(Common) at this level on 18 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.