In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹3,463 per quintal in Chirgaon APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Chirgaon APMC on Top Today
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,420
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,463
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Paddy(Basmati) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Paddy(Basmati) is about 0.9% above the period average — just 12.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barwala(Hisar) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Bapauli APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Ballabhgarh APMC | ₹4,731 |
| 4 Pai APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 5 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 6 Dankaur APMC | ₹4,366 |
| 7 Siyana APMC | ₹4,322 |
| 8 Safidon APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Sikanderabad APMC | ₹4,227 |
| 10 Nigdu APMC | ₹4,211 |
| 11 Moonak APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Haathras APMC | ₹4,190 |
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 ₹810 (19.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Chirgaon APMC ranged between ₹3,105 and ₹3,950, with the average around ₹3,431. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,463 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,950 | ₹3,390 | ₹3,560 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,430 | ₹3,410 | ₹3,417 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,610 | ₹3,105 | ₹3,362 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,615 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,384 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,605 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,410 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,398 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,455 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Paddy(Basmati) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Paddy(Basmati) changed hands at this rate in Chirgaon APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.