In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Hardoi APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Basmati) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 1.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.6% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareta APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Ambala City APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,175 |
| 4 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 6 Pundri APMC | ₹4,091 |
| 7 Tundla APMC | ₹4,003 |
| 8 Moonak APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Attari APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Jullana APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 11 Atrauli APMC | ₹3,949 |
| 12 Haathras APMC | ₹3,942 |
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 ₹358 (9.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Hardoi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,147. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,741 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Basmati) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Basmati) rate at Hardoi APMC on 16 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.