In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Sep 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,670 per quintal in Babain APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Babain APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,670
- Lowest Price Today₹3,670
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,670
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 8.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC Leader | ₹3,740 |
| 2 Babain APMC | ₹3,670 |
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.
A spread of ₹70 (1.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Babain APMC ranged between ₹3,550 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,745. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,675 | ₹3,675 | ₹3,675 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,775 | ₹3,775 | ₹3,775 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,775 | ₹3,775 | ₹3,775 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,850 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
For Paddy(Basmati), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Babain APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.