Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,286 per quintal in Madlauda APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Paddy(Basmati) markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,661
- Lowest Price Today₹3,911
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,286
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 8.2% above the period average — just 8.0% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Ballabhgarh APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 4 Pai APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Siyana APMC | ₹4,222 |
| 6 Haathras APMC | ₹4,121 |
| 7 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,116 |
| 8 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,073 |
| 12 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,070 |
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 ₹930 (22.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Madlauda APMC ranged between ₹3,511 and ₹4,661, with the average around ₹3,960. 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 Oct | ₹4,661 | ₹3,911 | ₹4,286 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,621 | ₹3,511 | ₹4,066 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,175 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,535 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,168 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,520 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,110 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,172 | ₹3,612 | ₹3,892 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,211 | ₹3,631 | ₹3,921 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,226 | ₹3,711 | ₹3,969 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,040 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,870 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,081 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,891 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,965 | ₹3,631 | ₹3,798 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,905 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,803 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,925 | ₹3,861 | ₹3,894 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,942 | ₹3,701 | ₹3,782 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,871 | ₹3,691 | ₹3,780 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Basmati) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Madlauda APMC logged this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 18 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.