Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Paddy(Basmati) was quoted at ₹4,311 per quintal in Mawana APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Mawana APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,461
- Lowest Price Today₹4,162
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,311
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPaddy(Basmati) (Basmati)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 8.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.6% 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
Here's how Paddy(Basmati) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dankaur APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Panipat APMC | ₹4,701 |
| 3 Patran APMC | ₹4,410 |
| 4 Buland Shahr APMC | ₹4,366 |
| 5 Pillukhera APMC | ₹4,351 |
| 6 Mawana APMC | ₹4,311 |
| 7 Bareta APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Mansa APMC | ₹4,285 |
| 9 Siyana APMC | ₹4,258 |
| 10 Beri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Patiala(New Anaj Mandi) APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Nabha APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Paddy(Basmati).
That ₹700 (16.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Paddy(Basmati) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Paddy(Basmati) prices at Mawana APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,470, with the average around ₹3,975. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,461 | ₹4,162 | ₹4,311 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,470 | ₹3,625 | ₹4,017 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,305 | ₹3,662 | ₹3,978 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,723 | ₹3,752 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,350 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,856 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,325 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,937 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Paddy(Basmati) stood at Mawana APMC on 20 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.