As the 25 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Indri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Indri APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,125
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 4.5% above the period average, and just 12.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Indri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Indri APMC Leader | ₹3,600 |
| 2 Kosikalan APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Siyana APMC | ₹1,850 |
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 ₹1,750 (94.6%), 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Indri APMC ranged between ₹2,650 and ₹4,125, with the average around ₹3,446. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,125 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,080 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,081 | ₹3,051 | ₹3,566 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,860 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,890 | ₹2,830 | ₹3,215 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,225 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,810 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,355 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,775 | ₹2,875 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,731 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,780 | ₹3,500 | ₹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
Selling Paddy(Basmati) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Indri APMC was the market to beat for Paddy(Basmati) on 25 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.