In today's crop-price rundown for 22 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,590 per quintal in Babrala APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,590
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.7% below the period average and just 16.5% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Babrala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Panipat APMC Leader | ₹5,001 |
| 2 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,590 |
| 3 Tarantaran APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 4 Panipat(Babarpur) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Bhehjoi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Babrala APMC | ₹2,590 |
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 ₹2,411 (93.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹2,663. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,590 |
| 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 |
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
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
Net-net, Babrala APMC posted this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 22 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.