Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Hungund APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Popcorn)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 50.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 3 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹2,925 |
| 12 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
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 ₹2,620 (91.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Hungund APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,334. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Hungund APMC on 16 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.