In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Sep 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Ajnala APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Paddy(Basmati) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,900
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 0.5% 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 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jullana APMC Leader | ₹3,951 |
| 2 Rajpura APMC | ₹3,950 |
| 3 Pipli APMC | ₹3,925 |
| 4 Ajnala APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Ajnala (Sudhar) APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 7 Tarantaran APMC | ₹3,830 |
| 8 Pundri APMC | ₹3,825 |
| 9 Kaithal APMC | ₹3,820 |
| 10 Madlauda APMC | ₹3,798 |
| 11 Rayya(Sathiala) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Babain APMC | ₹3,720 |
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 ₹231 (6.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Ajnala APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹3,921, with the average around ₹3,890. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 | ₹3,921 |
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
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
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Paddy(Basmati) traded at this rate in Ajnala 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.