Here's the 21 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,085 per quintal in Mansa APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,085
- Lowest Price Today₹4,085
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,085
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (1121)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 0.6% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dirba APMC Leader | ₹4,090 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹4,085 |
| 3 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 4 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,042 |
| 5 Ambala City APMC | ₹4,005 |
| 6 Safidon APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Dhariwal APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Nigdu APMC | ₹3,991 |
| 9 Uchana APMC | ₹3,985 |
| 10 Bareta APMC | ₹3,975 |
| 11 Nilokheri APMC | ₹3,971 |
| 12 Tohana APMC | ₹3,951 |
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.
That ₹139 (3.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Mansa APMC ranged between ₹3,985 and ₹4,110, with the average around ₹4,060. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹4,085 | ₹4,085 | ₹4,085 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,110 | ₹4,110 | ₹4,110 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,985 | ₹3,985 | ₹3,985 |
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 Paddy(Basmati) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Mansa APMC on 21 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.