In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,110 per quintal in Banda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Banda APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,110
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,110
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 5.1% above the period average, sitting right at 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 7 Rajula APMC | ₹2,987 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Kallakurichi RM APMC | ₹2,851 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Pargi APMC | ₹2,825 |
| 12 APMC Barshi APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹2,000 (71.4%) 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 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Maize prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹2,110, with the average around ₹2,008. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,110 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,050 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Banda APMC on 21 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.