Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,511 per quintal in Nigdu APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Paddy(Basmati) today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,260
- Lowest Price Today₹3,425
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,511
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 9.6% below the period average and just 22.1% 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
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Beri APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Patran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Bareta APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 4 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Safidon APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,066 |
| 9 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,062 |
| 10 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,051 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Pai APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
The ₹200 (5.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Nigdu APMC ranged between ₹3,425 and ₹4,506, with the average around ₹3,884. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,260 | ₹3,425 | ₹3,511 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,261 | ₹3,781 | ₹4,215 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,251 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,811 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,506 | ₹3,950 | ₹4,181 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,321 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,021 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,131 | ₹3,472 | ₹3,971 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,170 | ₹3,806 | ₹3,991 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,871 | ₹3,981 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹3,795 | ₹3,961 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,967 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,851 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,725 | ₹3,711 | ₹3,711 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,781 | ₹3,721 | ₹3,751 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,771 | ₹3,705 | ₹3,711 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,711 | ₹3,711 | ₹3,711 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) traded at this rate in Nigdu APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.