As the 21 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,720 per quintal in Babain APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,720
- Lowest Price Today₹3,720
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 0.4% below the period average, and just 7.0% 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
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dirba APMC Leader | ₹4,090 |
| 2 Mansa APMC | ₹4,085 |
| 3 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 4 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,042 |
| 5 Ambala City APMC | ₹4,005 |
| 6 Safidon APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Dhariwal APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Nigdu APMC | ₹3,991 |
| 9 Uchana APMC | ₹3,985 |
| 10 Bareta APMC | ₹3,975 |
| 11 Nilokheri APMC | ₹3,971 |
| 12 Tohana APMC | ₹3,951 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
At ₹139 (3.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Paddy(Basmati) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Babain APMC ranged between ₹3,550 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,734. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 | ₹3,720 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 | ₹3,670 |
| 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
Going to the top Paddy(Basmati) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Paddy(Basmati) was priced at this level in Babain APMC on 21 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.