With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Babrala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,090 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,080
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,090
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 17.9% above the period average, and just 0.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Babrala APMC ranged between ₹2,410 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,620. 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 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,090 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,590 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,590 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,981 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,980 | ₹2,990 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,890 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,840 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,790 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,490 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,840 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,440 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,460 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,440 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,480 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,450 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,440 |
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
Before carting Paddy(Basmati) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Babrala APMC was the market to beat for Paddy(Basmati) on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.