Across the reporting yards on 21 Oct 2026, Babrala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,990 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Paddy(Basmati) today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,990
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Paddy(Basmati) about 12.2% above the period average, and just 3.5% 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 ₹2,665. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,980 | ₹2,990 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,090 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Paddy(Basmati) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Babrala APMC was the market to beat for Paddy(Basmati) on 21 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.