Pulling together the 23 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Penukonda APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/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.
At this level, Maize is about 7.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.9% 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 Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 4 Penukonda APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 5 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 6 Kukshi APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Begu APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 8 Chhpara APMC | ₹2,511 |
| 9 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Amarwda APMC | ₹2,480 |
| 11 Puttaparthi APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Lakhnadon APMC | ₹2,435 |
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 ₹2,365 (97.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Penukonda APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,458. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 Maize stood at Penukonda APMC on 23 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.