As the 19 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Chintapally APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,450 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Maize today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.3% above the period average and just 2.0% 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 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chintapally APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chintapally APMC Leader | ₹2,450 |
| 2 RAYADURG APMC | ₹2,400 |
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.
That ₹50 (2.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Chintapally APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,371. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Chintapally APMC set the pace for Maize. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.