In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,855 per quintal in Atrauli APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,327
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,855
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 1.0% above the period average, and just 10.9% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Panipat APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 3 Patran APMC | ₹4,410 |
| 4 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,366 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,351 |
| 6 Bareta APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 7 Mansa APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 8 Siyana APMC | ₹4,258 |
| 9 Beri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Nabha APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Jullana 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 ₹750 (18.1%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Atrauli APMC ranged between ₹3,100 and ₹4,327, with the average around ₹3,815. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,327 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,855 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,259 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,943 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,747 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,114 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,949 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,739 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,137 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,864 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,910 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,863 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,873 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Atrauli APMC reported Paddy(Basmati) at this level on 20 Oct 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.