In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,870 per quintal in Dhuri 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,355
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,870
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 3.3% below the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareta APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Ambala City APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,175 |
| 4 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 6 Pundri APMC | ₹4,091 |
| 7 Tundla APMC | ₹4,003 |
| 8 Moonak APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Attari APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Jullana APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 11 Atrauli APMC | ₹3,949 |
| 12 Haathras APMC | ₹3,942 |
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 ₹358 (9.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Dhuri APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,355, with the average around ₹4,001. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,355 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,870 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,255 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,035 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,325 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,015 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,320 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,155 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,275 | ₹3,760 | ₹3,930 |
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 headline Paddy(Basmati) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Basmati) rate at Dhuri APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.