As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,741 per quintal in Bapauli APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Paddy(Basmati) yards.
01What Put Bapauli APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Basmati) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,799
- Lowest Price Today₹3,651
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,741
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 0.1% below the period average, and just 2.3% 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
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mansa APMC Leader | ₹4,110 |
| 2 Nilokheri APMC | ₹4,045 |
| 3 Tohana APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Pundri APMC | ₹3,958 |
| 5 Safidon APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 6 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹3,911 |
| 7 Dhariwal APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 8 Rajpura APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 9 Pipli APMC | ₹3,895 |
| 10 Majitha APMC | ₹3,876 |
| 11 Patran APMC | ₹3,860 |
| 12 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹3,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹260 (6.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Basmati) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Bapauli APMC ranged between ₹3,650 and ₹3,831, with the average around ₹3,746. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,799 | ₹3,651 | ₹3,741 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,831 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,750 |
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
The day's best Paddy(Basmati) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bapauli APMC reported Paddy(Basmati) at this level on 18 Sep 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.