In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,380 per quintal in Narsinghpur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,380
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,380
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.0% above the period average and just 7.8% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jasvantnagar APMC Leader | ₹3,580 |
| 2 Nawabpet APMC | ₹2,942 |
| 3 APMC Phaltan APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 H.B. Halli APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,694 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,681 |
| 7 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹2,676 |
| 8 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Wanaparthy town APMC | ₹2,639 |
| 10 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,553 |
| 11 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Anjad APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
That ₹1,080 (43.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Narsinghpur APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,580, with the average around ₹2,163. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,380 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,380 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,562 | ₹1,512 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,580 | ₹1,741 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,375 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,375 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹1,699 | ₹2,371 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,491 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,451 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,391 | ₹2,391 | ₹2,391 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,140 | ₹2,061 | ₹2,140 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,590 | ₹1,570 | ₹1,590 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,755 | ₹1,755 | ₹1,755 |
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
Farmers comparing Maize rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Narsinghpur APMC posted this Maize rate on 18 Oct 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.