In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹3,228 per quintal in Purwa APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Common) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,466
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,228
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Paddy(Common) is about 7.2% above the period average — just 23.2% 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
Here's how Paddy(Common) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Madurai RM APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 7 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹4,260 |
| 8 Itarsi APMC | ₹4,215 |
| 9 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Gadarwada APMC | ₹4,182 |
| 11 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,169 |
| 12 Panipat APMC | ₹4,161 |
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.
At ₹3,489 (83.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Common) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Common) prices at Purwa APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,012. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹2,466 | ₹3,228 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,340 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,520 | ₹3,520 | ₹3,520 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,420 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,406 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,350 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,144 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,350 | ₹2,960 | ₹3,201 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,243 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,173 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹2,765 | ₹3,113 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,666 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,070 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,070 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Going to the top Paddy(Common) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Purwa APMC logged this Paddy(Common) rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.