In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Sep 2026, Nilokheri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,031 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,031
- Lowest Price Today₹4,031
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,031
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.2% above the period average and just 0.1% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Nilokheri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nilokheri APMC Leader | ₹4,031 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹3,985 |
| 3 Nigdu APMC | ₹3,961 |
| 4 Safidon APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 5 Dirba APMC | ₹3,930 |
| 6 Bareta APMC | ₹3,870 |
| 7 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹3,845 |
| 8 Asandh APMC | ₹3,838 |
| 9 Pipli APMC | ₹3,835 |
| 10 Nabha APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Majitha APMC | ₹3,786 |
| 12 Madlauda APMC | ₹3,782 |
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 ₹249 (6.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Nilokheri APMC ranged between ₹3,801 and ₹4,035, with the average around ₹3,945. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 | ₹4,031 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,011 | ₹4,011 | ₹4,011 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,981 | ₹3,981 | ₹3,981 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,801 | ₹3,801 | ₹3,801 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,852 | ₹3,852 | ₹3,852 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,905 | ₹3,905 | ₹3,905 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,932 | ₹3,932 | ₹3,932 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,035 | ₹4,035 | ₹4,035 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,980 | ₹3,980 | ₹3,980 |
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
Farmers comparing Paddy(Basmati) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 16 Sep 2026, Nilokheri 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.