In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,065 per quintal in Kolaras APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,065
- Lowest Price Today₹2,065
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,065
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 10.5% above the period average, sitting just 18.7% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kolaras APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 7 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 9 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹2,925 |
| 11 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
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 ₹2,650 (93.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kolaras APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,540, with the average around ₹1,868. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,065 | ₹2,065 | ₹2,065 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹1,405 | ₹2,355 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,410 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,670 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,670 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,075 | ₹1,720 | ₹2,075 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,605 | ₹1,605 | ₹1,605 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,720 | ₹1,720 | ₹1,720 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,890 | ₹1,915 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,920 | ₹1,895 | ₹1,920 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,895 | ₹1,895 | ₹1,895 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,895 | ₹1,840 | ₹1,895 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,810 | ₹1,810 | ₹1,810 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Kolaras APMC on 16 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.