In the price report dated 16 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in APMC Karjat APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.0% above the period average and just 10.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Hungund APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹2,808 |
| 11 Sangarapuram APMC | ₹2,777 |
| 12 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,764 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,036 (73.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Maize prices at APMC Karjat APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,118. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, APMC Karjat APMC posted this Maize rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.