With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,480 per quintal in Badwaha APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,540
- Lowest Price Today₹1,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,480
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 16.0% above the period average, and just 7.3% 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
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 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 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 ₹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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Badwaha APMC ranged between ₹22 and ₹2,675, with the average around ₹2,138. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,675 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,430 | ₹2,480 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,675 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,675 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,430 | ₹1,790 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,050 | ₹1,875 | ₹2,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹22 | ₹1,705 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,620 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,620 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,620 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹2,421 | ₹2,675 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,435 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,511 | ₹1,511 | ₹1,511 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹1,470 | ₹2,675 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,425 | ₹1,475 | ₹1,525 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,835 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,740 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,380 | ₹1,495 | ₹1,745 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,675 | ₹1,555 | ₹2,675 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,390 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,390 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Maize was priced at this level in Badwaha APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.