Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,887 per quintal in Asandh APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,575
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,887
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.0% above the period average and just 8.0% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,818 |
| 4 Panipat APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 5 Patran APMC | ₹4,410 |
| 6 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,357 |
| 7 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,351 |
| 8 Bareta APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 9 Mansa APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 10 Beri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Nabha APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
At ₹800 (19.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Basmati) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Asandh APMC ranged between ₹3,150 and ₹4,225, with the average around ₹3,737. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,575 | ₹3,887 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,225 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,762 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,930 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,565 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,825 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,061 | ₹3,701 | ₹3,881 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,016 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,708 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,060 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,930 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,202 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,946 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,085 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,842 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,991 | ₹3,560 | ₹3,775 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,960 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,986 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,593 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,925 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,612 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,988 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,694 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,937 | ₹3,740 | ₹3,838 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,811 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,480 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,761 | ₹3,670 | ₹3,715 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,680 | ₹3,715 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,741 | ₹3,670 | ₹3,705 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Asandh APMC posted this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 20 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.