Paddy(Basmati)
Paddy(Basmati) mandi rate today at Siyana APMC — ₹1,950 per quintal
MARKET LEADER 18 AUG 2026
Market Report
Paddy(Basmati)
Siyana APMC Market, Uttar Pradesh
₹1,950 / quintal 7.58%
₹1,900Today ₹1,950₹2,300
2-Week low2-Week high
HIGH ₹2,000LOW ₹1,900MODAL ₹1,950DAY ▼ 7.58%MANDIS 12-Week AVG ₹2,183HIGH ₹2,000LOW ₹1,900MODAL ₹1,950DAY ▼ 7.58%MANDIS 12-Week AVG ₹2,183
Today · Modal
₹1,950
Most-traded rate
Day Change
−7.58%
vs previous day
2-Week High
₹2,300
Period peak
2-Week Low
₹1,900
Period base
2-Week Avg
₹2,183
Mean modal

Siyana APMC Anchors Today's Paddy(Basmati) Market at ₹1,950

Updated 18 Aug 2026 Top Mandi of the Day WhatsApp

As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Siyana APMC stood at the front of the pack for Paddy(Basmati), clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,950 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.

01What Put Siyana APMC on Top Today

A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.

  • Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
  • Lowest Price Today₹1,900
  • Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
  • Reporting Mandis1
  • Date18 Aug 2026
  • CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati 1509)

02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range

Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.

Price Position · 2-Week Band Near period low
₹1,900 (Low)₹2,183 (Avg)₹2,300 (High)

Today's rate is about 10.7% below the period average and just 15.2% 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.

05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend

Over the last two weeks, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Siyana APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,183. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.

Paddy(Basmati) · Modal Price Trend (12d) Modal Min–Max
₹1,868₹1,984₹2,100₹2,216₹2,33218 Aug24 Jul10 Jul

06Recent Price History

DateHigh (₹)Low (₹)Average (₹)
18 Aug ₹2,000 ₹1,900 ₹1,950
15 Aug ₹2,120 ₹2,100 ₹2,110
13 Aug ₹2,140 ₹2,100 ₹2,120
05 Aug ₹2,150 ₹2,100 ₹2,140
31 Jul ₹2,200 ₹2,100 ₹2,150
24 Jul ₹2,240 ₹2,200 ₹2,220
23 Jul ₹2,300 ₹2,200 ₹2,250
21 Jul ₹2,240 ₹2,200 ₹2,220
20 Jul ₹2,280 ₹2,200 ₹2,240
18 Jul ₹2,300 ₹2,200 ₹2,250
12 Jul ₹2,300 ₹2,280 ₹2,290
10 Jul ₹2,300 ₹2,200 ₹2,250

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

Quick Signal Read · Descriptive only
Momentum
Easing
Down 7.58% on the day as the rate cools.
Range Position
Near period low
13% up the 2-Week band — soft, near the base.

08What It Means If You're Selling

Going to the top Paddy(Basmati) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.

09A Buyer's Angle

A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.

10The Quick Read

Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Siyana APMC set the pace for Paddy(Basmati). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does "Top Mandi of the Day" mean here?
It means Siyana APMC posted the day's best Paddy(Basmati) rate, ₹1,950 per quintal, ahead of other markets on 18 Aug 2026.
Why did Siyana APMC pay the most today?
A leading rate usually reflects keen bidding, good-quality arrivals and concentrated buying at that yard on 18 Aug 2026.
How is the leading mandi chosen?
It's simply the market reporting the highest modal/traded rate for Paddy(Basmati) on the day, based on official figures.
Should farmers take Paddy(Basmati) to the leading mandi?
It can lift your realisation, but factor in cartage, grading and timing — arrivals can move the rate by the time you reach the gate.
Does the leading mandi change every day?
Yes. Rankings are worked out fresh each trading day from that day's arrivals and prices, so the best market for Paddy(Basmati) can shift from one day to the next.
Is this the official government rate?
These figures are drawn from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are shared for information only. Always reconfirm the live rate at the yard before trading.

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