In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,415 per quintal in Polavaram APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,415
- Lowest Price Today₹2,415
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,415
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 0.2% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shamli APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Malpura APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,870 |
| 10 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,858 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Gondal APMC | ₹2,755 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹6,045 (219.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Polavaram APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,420, with the average around ₹2,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 09 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 07 Nov | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 02 Nov | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Polavaram APMC posted this Maize rate on 24 Sep 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.