Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,715 per quintal in Lalitpur 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,750
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,715
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 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 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,350 (79.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Maize prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹1,750, with the average around ₹1,711. 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 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,715 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,725 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,707 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 sum up, this was the Maize rate at Lalitpur APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.