In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹1,851 per quintal in Payagpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,860
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,851
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.8% below the period average and just 31.4% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,347 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹4,219 |
| 3 Siyana APMC | ₹4,154 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Charra APMC | ₹4,044 |
| 6 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹4,015 |
| 7 Kosikalan APMC | ₹3,952 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹3,848 |
| 9 Mathura APMC | ₹3,762 |
| 10 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,755 |
| 11 Jewar APMC | ₹3,751 |
| 12 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹3,749 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
That ₹598 (16.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Common) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Payagpur APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,985. 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 | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,851 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,851 | ₹1,851 | ₹1,851 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,121 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,077 |
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
For Paddy(Common), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Payagpur APMC posted this Paddy(Common) rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.