Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,348 per quintal in Etah APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Etah APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Paddy(Basmati) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,792
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,348
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 1.4% above the period average, sitting just 14.1% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Etah APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Panipat APMC Leader | ₹4,701 |
| 2 Sikandraraau APMC | ₹4,231 |
| 3 Tarantaran APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 4 Divai APMC | ₹3,976 |
| 5 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹3,951 |
| 6 Kosikalan APMC | ₹3,885 |
| 7 Dankaur APMC | ₹3,851 |
| 8 Jalaun APMC | ₹3,781 |
| 9 Mathura APMC | ₹3,767 |
| 10 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Chirgaon APMC | ₹3,730 |
| 12 Chhibramau APMC | ₹3,721 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
The ₹980 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Etah APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹3,900, with the average around ₹3,301. 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 | ₹3,792 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,348 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,319 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,326 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,860 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,318 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,710 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,325 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,450 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,384 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,388 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,404 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Basmati) rate at Etah APMC on 20 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.