In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Penukonda APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Penukonda APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
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.
Right now Maize is about 6.2% above the period average — just 3.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Penukonda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,400 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 4 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,560 |
| 12 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹8,400 (280.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Penukonda APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,449. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Penukonda APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.