As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Parchur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Parchur APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.5% above the period average and just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Kallakurichi RM APMC | ₹2,851 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Pargi APMC | ₹2,825 |
| 11 Sankarapuram RM APMC | ₹2,767 |
| 12 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,751 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,049 (74.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Parchur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,319. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Parchur APMC posted this Maize rate on 21 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.