From today's trading desk on 13 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Sagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,420
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Maize is about 1.1% above the period average — just 23.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 8 Malur APMC | ₹2,778 |
| 9 Ballari APMC | ₹2,749 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,742 |
| 11 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,730 |
| 12 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,724 |
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.
At ₹2,076 (76.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹2,420, with the average around ₹1,829. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,420 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,270 | ₹1,690 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,930 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,930 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,655 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,805 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,805 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,605 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,765 | ₹1,765 | ₹1,765 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,565 | ₹1,565 | ₹1,565 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 wrap up, Sagar APMC logged this Maize rate on 13 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.