In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,180 per quintal in Tohana APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,250
- Lowest Price Today₹3,685
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,180
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 4.7% above the period average — just 1.6% 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(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapauli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 4 Bareta APMC | ₹4,355 |
| 5 Pai APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 6 Hanumangarh APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 7 Beri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Siyana APMC | ₹4,249 |
| 9 Dhuri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Tohana APMC | ₹4,180 |
| 12 Nigdu APMC | ₹4,150 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
The ₹650 (15.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Tohana APMC ranged between ₹330 and ₹4,250, with the average around ₹3,993. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹3,685 | ₹4,180 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,740 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,102 | ₹330 | ₹3,965 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,070 | ₹3,737 | ₹3,951 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,122 | ₹3,871 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,065 | ₹3,636 | ₹3,988 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,985 | ₹3,551 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,120 | ₹3,608 | ₹4,030 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,108 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,108 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,055 | ₹3,701 | ₹3,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Basmati) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Tohana APMC logged this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 19 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.