In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Ragi(Finger Millet) was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Periyapatna APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Periyapatna APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityRagi(Finger Millet) (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Ragi(Finger Millet) about 8.1% below the period average, and just 13.9% 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 Ragi(Finger Millet) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Periyapatna APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Pune APMC Leader | ₹5,550 |
| 2 Madakasira APMC | ₹5,230 |
| 3 Bhimunipatnam APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹3,531 |
| 5 Arasikere APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 Periyapatna APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 7 Ballari APMC | ₹3,051 |
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.
That ₹2,499 (81.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ragi(Finger Millet) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Ragi(Finger Millet) prices at Periyapatna APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,375. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,575 | ₹3,575 | ₹3,575 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,450 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,570 | ₹3,570 | ₹3,570 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Ragi(Finger Millet) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Periyapatna APMC reported Ragi(Finger Millet) at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.