Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Prayagraj APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,850
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Paddy Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 11.5% below the period average, sitting just 45.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Prayagraj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,480 |
| 2 Siyana APMC | ₹4,154 |
| 3 Charra APMC | ₹4,044 |
| 4 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,015 |
| 5 Kosikalan APMC | ₹3,952 |
| 6 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,848 |
| 7 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,821 |
| 8 Haathras APMC | ₹3,801 |
| 9 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹3,749 |
| 10 Jewar APMC | ₹3,733 |
| 11 Datia APMC | ₹3,658 |
| 12 APMC Brahmpuri APMC | ₹3,650 |
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 ₹830 (22.7%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,090. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,855 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,893 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,853 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,875 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,857 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,442 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,303 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,199 |
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
The headline Paddy(Common) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Common) rate at Prayagraj APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.