In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Himatnagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Himatnagar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,620
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
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 5.3% above the period average, sitting just 9.4% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Himatnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,570 |
| 8 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 11 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
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 ₹3,854 (133.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Himatnagar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,870, with the average around ₹2,468. 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 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,610 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,755 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,870 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,635 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,685 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,685 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,635 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,670 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,525 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,525 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Himatnagar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.