Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Jafarganj APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,720
- Lowest Price Today₹2,680
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 10.6% above the period average — just 0.7% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Doddaballapur APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Todaraisingh APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹2,909 |
| 11 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹2,775 |
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.
At ₹3,025 (109.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Jafarganj APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,720, with the average around ₹2,441. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,720 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,680 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,622 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,665 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,659 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,660 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,497 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,265 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,621 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,630 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,601 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,610 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,630 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,434 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jafarganj APMC logged this Maize rate on 12 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.