Pulling together the 28 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,640 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Maize today.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 8.6% above the period average, sitting just 5.2% 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 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ratlam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹6,120 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Gundlupet APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Bengaluru 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.
The ₹2,991 (95.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹1,701 and ₹2,786, with the average around ₹2,430. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,640 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,786 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,690 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,560 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,760 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,520 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,681 | ₹2,071 | ₹2,660 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,701 | ₹2,123 | ₹2,525 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,511 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,511 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,696 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,727 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,701 | ₹2,530 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,570 | ₹1,899 | ₹2,530 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹2,202 | ₹2,495 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,465 | ₹1,992 | ₹2,465 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,291 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,412 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,412 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ratlam APMC on 28 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.