In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Paddy(Common) was quoted at ₹2,490 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Paddy(Common) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Common) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,510
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,490
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Common) (Common)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Common) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Paddy(Common) is about 4.4% above the period average, sitting just 0.8% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Common) rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gadarwada APMC Leader | ₹4,725 |
| 2 Kampli APMC | ₹4,684 |
| 3 APMC Chamorshi APMC | ₹4,669 |
| 4 Bareli APMC | ₹4,211 |
| 5 Madurai APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 6 Shikaripura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Samana APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Obedullaganj APMC | ₹4,085 |
| 9 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹4,071 |
| 10 Kesamudram APMC | ₹4,060 |
| 11 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹4,012 |
| 12 Pipariya APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹725 (18.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Common) prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,371 and ₹2,510, with the average around ₹2,384. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,510 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,490 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,490 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,460 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,490 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,510 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,373 | ₹2,371 | ₹2,372 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Common) stood at Sainthia APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.