Turning to the 13 Oct 2026 APMC board, Hungund APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Popcorn)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 83.0% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hungund APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 8 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,742 |
| 9 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,724 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,693 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹3,307 (122.8%) 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-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Hungund APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,279. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Oct 2026, Hungund 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.