In the price report dated 20 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. This is one of several Paddy(Common) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Varanasi 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₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Common) about 0.2% above the period average, and just 7.7% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Common) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Samana APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 APMC Mul APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Haathras APMC | ₹4,110 |
| 4 Panipat APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Alampur APMC | ₹4,080 |
| 6 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,049 |
| 7 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,041 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹4,039 |
| 9 Morena APMC | ₹4,005 |
| 10 Bhopal APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sheopurkalan APMC | ₹3,970 |
| 12 Jahangirabad APMC | ₹3,961 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Common).
A spread of ₹339 (8.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,369 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,385 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,370 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,369 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Paddy(Common), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Common) was priced at this level in Varanasi APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.