In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,309 per quintal in Aliganj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,325
- Lowest Price Today₹2,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,309
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 22.4% above the period average and just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,570 |
| 8 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 11 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
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 ₹3,854 (133.1%), 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 Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,887. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,325 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,309 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,237 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,320 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,180 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,228 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,993 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,906 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,964 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,985 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,837 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,933 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,831 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,112 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,340 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,876 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,952 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,842 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,852 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,901 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,864 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,023 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,048 |
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
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
Net-net, Aliganj APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 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.