Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,150 per quintal in Ellanabad 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₹4,330
- Lowest Price Today₹3,625
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 7.8% above the period average — just 4.2% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ellanabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,818 |
| 3 Panipat APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 4 Patran APMC | ₹4,410 |
| 5 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,357 |
| 6 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,351 |
| 7 Bareta APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Mansa APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 9 Beri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Nabha APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Ellanabad APMC | ₹4,150 |
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.
A spread of ₹850 (20.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Ellanabad APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹4,330, with the average around ₹3,849. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,330 | ₹3,625 | ₹4,150 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,140 | ₹3,610 | ₹3,835 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,140 | ₹3,421 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,180 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,771 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,189 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,161 | ₹3,570 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,132 | ₹3,993 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,045 | ₹3,936 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,785 | ₹3,661 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,901 | ₹3,901 | ₹3,901 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,867 | ₹3,652 | ₹3,652 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,727 | ₹3,727 | ₹3,727 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Basmati) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Ellanabad APMC logged this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 20 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.