Turning to the 17 Sep 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹2,725 per quintal in Ballari APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,858
- Lowest Price Today₹2,401
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,725
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.5% above the period average and just 29.9% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ballari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,860 |
| 10 Gundlupet APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,801 |
| 12 Shikaripura APMC | ₹2,779 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,221 (151.9%) 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 Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,402 and ₹3,888, with the average around ₹2,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹3,348 | ₹2,289 | ₹3,075 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,336 | ₹2,401 | ₹3,110 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,308 | ₹2,609 | ₹3,154 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,350 | ₹2,501 | ₹3,168 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,888 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,242 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,606 | ₹2,919 | ₹3,232 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,515 | ₹2,669 | ₹2,999 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,529 | ₹2,919 | ₹3,367 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,341 | ₹3,036 | ₹3,205 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,405 | ₹3,061 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,036 | ₹1,786 | ₹2,803 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,036 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,714 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,011 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,677 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,016 | ₹2,444 | ₹2,825 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,940 | ₹2,689 | ₹2,803 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,844 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,772 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,639 | ₹2,533 | ₹2,749 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,713 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,656 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,811 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,674 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,826 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,685 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ballari APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 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.