In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Oct 2026, Babrala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,940 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,950
- Lowest Price Today₹2,930
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,940
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 11.4% above the period average, and just 5.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Babrala APMC ranged between ₹2,410 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,638. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,950 | ₹2,930 | ₹2,940 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,775 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Babrala APMC was the market to beat for Paddy(Basmati) on 19 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.