In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Aliganj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Paddy(Basmati) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.6% below the period average and just 15.9% 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 18 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 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,286 |
| 3 Pai APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 4 Siyana APMC | ₹4,222 |
| 5 Sikandraraau APMC | ₹4,189 |
| 6 Haathras APMC | ₹4,121 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Kotkapura APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,073 |
| 10 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,070 |
| 11 Atrauli APMC | ₹4,051 |
| 12 Gharaunda APMC | ₹4,030 |
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 ₹970 (24.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹3,450, with the average around ₹3,073. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 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
Aim for the best-paying Paddy(Basmati) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Aliganj APMC posted this Paddy(Basmati) rate on 18 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.