In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(Basmati))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.1% below the period average and just 12.5% 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
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 Ballabhgarh APMC Leader | ₹4,701 |
| 2 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 3 Pai APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 4 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,168 |
| 5 Siyana APMC | ₹4,140 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,123 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,070 |
| 11 Gharaunda APMC | ₹4,030 |
| 12 Kaithal APMC | ₹4,030 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
A spread of ₹671 (16.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹2,450 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,581. 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 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,487 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,666 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pukharayan APMC posted this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.