Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,026 per quintal in Aliganj APMC. This is one of several Paddy(Basmati) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,026
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (SuperFine(Basmati))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Paddy(Basmati) is about 3.4% below the period average, sitting just 12.3% 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
The table below lines up Paddy(Basmati) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Aliganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bapauli APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Patran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Beri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Bareta APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 5 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 6 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Safidon APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,066 |
| 10 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,062 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Pai APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹900 (22.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹3,450, with the average around ₹3,132. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,026 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,034 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,150 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,450 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,252 |
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
When picking where to sell Paddy(Basmati), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Paddy(Basmati) rate at Aliganj APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.