In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,319 per quintal in Etawah APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Paddy(Basmati) today.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,319
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 6.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapauli APMC Leader | ₹4,951 |
| 2 Gangoh APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 4 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,259 |
| 5 Sikandraraau APMC | ₹4,189 |
| 6 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 DADRI APMC | ₹4,023 |
| 9 Khurja APMC | ₹4,003 |
| 10 Haathras APMC | ₹3,963 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 12 Tarantaran APMC | ₹3,900 |
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 ₹1,051 (26.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Etawah APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹3,550, with the average around ₹3,316. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,319 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,320 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,309 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,309 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,303 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,420 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,326 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,329 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Paddy(Basmati), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) traded at this rate in Etawah APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.