Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,320 per quintal in Etawah APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Etawah APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,320
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 6.5% 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 Etawah APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Beri APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Patran APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Bareta APMC | ₹4,190 |
| 4 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,111 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Safidon APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Moonak APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Madlauda APMC | ₹4,066 |
| 9 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,062 |
| 10 Bapauli APMC | ₹4,051 |
| 11 Jullana APMC | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Pai APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹200 (5.0%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Etawah APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹3,550, with the average around ₹3,322. 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 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,356 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,320 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,309 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,309 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,303 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,420 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,326 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,329 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Etawah APMC on 17 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.