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Early-season basmati prices slide as Haryana mandis see surge in arrivals
✍️ hindustantimes.com
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 04:02 AM
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Prices of early-harvest basmati rice fell sharply after a noticeable rise in arrivals at Haryana's wholesale markets.
The wholesale price of early-season basmati rice in Haryana has dropped markedly following a surge in grain arrivals at the state’s mandis. Traders reported that the influx of early varieties has pushed prices down across the major market yards.
Market observers said the decline reflects a balance shift as supply outpaces demand for the early harvest, prompting sellers to lower rates to clear stocks. While exact figures were not disclosed, the trend was described as a "significant" fall compared with previous weeks.
The price movement is expected to benefit bulk buyers and food processors, but could tighten margins for farmers who harvested the early crop. State agricultural officials are monitoring the situation to ensure that the price correction does not adversely affect growers.
Analysts noted that such fluctuations are typical during the early basmati season, when arrivals can vary widely depending on weather and sowing patterns. They added that a steadier supply could help stabilize prices in the coming weeks.
Market observers said the decline reflects a balance shift as supply outpaces demand for the early harvest, prompting sellers to lower rates to clear stocks. While exact figures were not disclosed, the trend was described as a "significant" fall compared with previous weeks.
The price movement is expected to benefit bulk buyers and food processors, but could tighten margins for farmers who harvested the early crop. State agricultural officials are monitoring the situation to ensure that the price correction does not adversely affect growers.
Analysts noted that such fluctuations are typical during the early basmati season, when arrivals can vary widely depending on weather and sowing patterns. They added that a steadier supply could help stabilize prices in the coming weeks.