As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Maize was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Maize about 2.2% below the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 7 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 9 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹2,925 |
| 11 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
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 ₹2,650 (93.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,280, with the average around ₹1,943. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,820 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,820 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,105 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,105 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,205 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,205 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,005 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,005 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,805 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,805 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,258 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gorakhpur APMC reported Maize at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.