Based on what the markets reported on 21 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Maize markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,501
- Lowest Price Today₹1,676
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 13.5% above the period average, sitting just 8.4% 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 21 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 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,718 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Khurja APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 10 Rajula APMC | ₹2,987 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹2,901 |
| 12 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
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 ₹8,818 (304.1%) 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 ₹1,100 and ₹2,621, with the average around ₹2,114. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,501 | ₹1,676 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,491 | ₹1,702 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,621 | ₹1,730 | ₹1,901 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹1,416 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,390 | ₹1,470 | ₹2,280 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,301 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ashta 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.