Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,416 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,416
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the Today band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 0.0% above the period average — just 2.4% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kanpur(Grain) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapauli APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Patran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Beri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Bareta APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 5 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 6 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Safidon APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,066 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,062 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Pai APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹900 (22.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,416. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Farmers comparing Paddy(Basmati) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In short, Paddy(Basmati) changed hands at this rate in Kanpur(Grain) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.