In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,810 per quintal in Badayoun APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Badayoun APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,856
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,810
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(Basmati))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 10.7% below the period average, and just 17.8% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,951 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 4 Pai APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Siyana APMC | ₹4,229 |
| 6 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,168 |
| 7 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,158 |
| 8 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Gharaunda APMC | ₹4,030 |
| 12 Kaithal APMC | ₹4,030 |
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.
The ₹970 (24.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Badayoun APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,420, with the average around ₹3,146. 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 | ₹2,856 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,810 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,180 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,160 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,955 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,420 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,296 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,420 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,253 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Basmati), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
In a nutshell, Paddy(Basmati) was priced at this level in Badayoun APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.