Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,505 per quintal in Vadgam APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,505
- Lowest Price Today₹2,425
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,505
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Deshi Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.1% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 9 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 10 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
| 11 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,887 |
| 12 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,854 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,896 (136.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Maize prices at Vadgam APMC ranged between ₹1,905 and ₹2,510, with the average around ₹2,275. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,505 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,505 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,255 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,395 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,395 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,510 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,175 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,175 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vadgam APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 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.