Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Gangavathi APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 12.0% below 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹6,120 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Gundlupet APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹3,205 |
| 11 Kottur APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹3,129 |
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.
At ₹2,991 (95.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Gangavathi APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,138, with the average around ₹2,500. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,538 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,522 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,620 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,610 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,582 | ₹2,547 | ₹2,569 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,870 | ₹2,870 | ₹2,870 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,875 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,570 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,588 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,860 | ₹2,860 | ₹2,860 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,538 | ₹2,583 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,885 | ₹2,553 | ₹2,602 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,619 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,588 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,607 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,570 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,775 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,725 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,604 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 28 Oct 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Gangavathi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.