In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,701 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,701
- Lowest Price Today₹1,603
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,701
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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.
Right now Maize is about 18.1% below the period average — just 32.8% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,076 (76.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹1,210 and ₹2,531, with the average around ₹2,077. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹1,701 | ₹1,603 | ₹1,701 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹1,210 | ₹2,290 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,001 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,531 | ₹2,201 | ₹2,531 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,011 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,011 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,153 | ₹2,153 | ₹2,153 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,311 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,311 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,201 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,201 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,253 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,253 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹2,115 | ₹2,270 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,121 | ₹2,041 | ₹2,121 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ashta 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.