Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,874 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,874
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 11.1% above the period average, sitting just 12.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Paddy(Basmati) rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ballabhgarh APMC Leader | ₹4,731 |
| 2 Pai APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,366 |
| 4 Siyana APMC | ₹4,322 |
| 5 Safidon APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 6 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,227 |
| 7 Nigdu APMC | ₹4,211 |
| 8 Moonak APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 Haathras APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 10 Asandh APMC | ₹4,160 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 12 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
That ₹631 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,587. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,874 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,636 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,225 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,585 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,220 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,635 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,543 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,489 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,255 |
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 headline Paddy(Basmati) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Barabanki APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.