In the day's wholesale-price digest for 31 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Palakonda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Palakonda APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,850
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 5.1% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Uniyara APMC | ₹3,601 |
| 7 Malpura APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹3,232 |
| 11 Bagalkot APMC | ₹3,227 |
| 12 Davangere APMC | ₹3,223 |
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.
The ₹3,527 (109.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Palakonda APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹1,950, with the average around ₹1,841. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 30 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 29 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 28 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 27 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 26 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
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
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 Palakonda APMC on 31 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.