Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Bilsi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Bilsi APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 15.0% above the period average and just 11.5% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Bilsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jasvantnagar APMC Leader | ₹3,580 |
| 2 Nawabpet APMC | ₹2,942 |
| 3 APMC Phaltan APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 H.B. Halli APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,694 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,681 |
| 7 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹2,676 |
| 8 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Wanaparthy town APMC | ₹2,639 |
| 10 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,553 |
| 11 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
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 ₹1,080 (43.2%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Bilsi APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,000. 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 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,238 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,480 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,280 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,299 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,320 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,181 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,311 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,124 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,174 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,159 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,125 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,158 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,136 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,151 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,162 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,177 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,140 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,143 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,107 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,330 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,107 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,095 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bilsi APMC posted this Maize rate on 18 Oct 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.