As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Pundri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,300 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.7% above the period average and just 1.1% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pundri APMC Leader | ₹4,300 |
| 2 Panipat APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 3 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 4 Attari APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Gulavati APMC | ₹4,057 |
| 6 Dhuri APMC | ₹4,035 |
| 7 Puranpur APMC | ₹4,005 |
| 8 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Tohana APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Tundla APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Tarantaran APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 12 Dankaur APMC | ₹3,932 |
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.
The ₹368 (9.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Pundri APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,350, with the average around ₹3,885. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,335 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,017 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,150 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,850 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,025 | ₹3,625 | ₹3,825 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,091 | ₹3,825 | ₹3,958 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,825 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,945 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,725 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Oct 2026, Pundri APMC set the pace for Paddy(Basmati). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.