In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,975 per quintal in Karhi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,415
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,975
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 19.4% 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 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Karhi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹7,854 |
| 2 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,202 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Aligarh APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,869 |
| 11 Sankarapuram RM APMC | ₹2,811 |
| 12 Shivpuri APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹5,054 (180.5%) 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 Karhi APMC ranged between ₹1,225 and ₹2,450, with the average around ₹1,977. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,975 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,365 | ₹1,460 | ₹1,955 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,350 | ₹1,225 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,320 | ₹1,475 | ₹1,625 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,305 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,795 | ₹1,535 | ₹1,795 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,475 | ₹1,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,475 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,375 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,855 | ₹1,505 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹1,640 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,375 | ₹1,615 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,380 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,410 | ₹1,625 | ₹1,660 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,345 | ₹1,670 | ₹1,800 |
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 day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Karhi APMC on 14 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.