In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Penukonda APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
At this level, Maize is about 7.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.9% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 24 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 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Penukonda APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 3 Amarwda APMC | ₹2,590 |
| 4 Rehati APMC | ₹2,505 |
| 5 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Jobat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Harda APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 8 Keolari APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 9 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,415 |
| 11 Nidadavolu APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 12 Parchur APMC | ₹2,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹2,400 (100.0%), 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 Penukonda APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,461. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 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 |
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
All told, this is where Maize stood at Penukonda APMC on 24 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.