In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Barwala(Hisar) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Paddy(Basmati) leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,031
- Lowest Price Today₹3,651
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 28.7% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% 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
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 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Ballabhgarh APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 3 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 4 Pai APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 5 Siyana APMC | ₹4,222 |
| 6 Haathras APMC | ₹4,121 |
| 7 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,116 |
| 8 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,073 |
| 12 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,070 |
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 ₹930 (22.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹2,950 and ₹5,031, with the average around ₹3,884. 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 | ₹5,031 | ₹3,651 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,091 | ₹3,051 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,131 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,141 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,275 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,651 | ₹3,751 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,971 | ₹3,651 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,951 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,881 | ₹3,881 | ₹3,881 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,911 | ₹3,911 | ₹3,911 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,845 | ₹3,845 | ₹3,845 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,791 | ₹3,791 | ₹3,791 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Basmati) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, Barwala(Hisar) APMC led Paddy(Basmati) on 18 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.