In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,224 per quintal in Divai APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,224
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
This puts Maize about 13.0% above the period average, and just 9.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹8,713 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹8,677 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹4,370 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Arasikere APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,840 |
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.
That ₹5,873 (206.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Divai APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,450, with the average around ₹1,968. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,224 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,265 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,134 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,181 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,135 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,124 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,124 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,030 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,014 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,062 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,114 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,110 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,024 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,018 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,027 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,981 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,106 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,975 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Maize was priced at this level in Divai APMC on 18 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.