Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,386 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,410
- Lowest Price Today₹2,340
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,386
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(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.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 2.9% below the period average — just 14.8% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Safdarganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gangoh APMC Leader | ₹4,400 |
| 2 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,259 |
| 3 Sikandraraau APMC | ₹4,189 |
| 4 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 DADRI APMC | ₹4,023 |
| 6 Khurja APMC | ₹4,003 |
| 7 Haathras APMC | ₹3,963 |
| 8 Tarantaran APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 9 Kosikalan APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 10 Dankaur APMC | ₹3,725 |
| 11 Sikarpur APMC | ₹3,709 |
| 12 Jalaun APMC | ₹3,640 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
That ₹760 (20.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,457. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,386 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,718 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,352 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,419 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,343 |
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
Selling Paddy(Basmati) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Safdarganj APMC logged this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 18 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.