In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,677 per quintal in Ballari APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,011
- Lowest Price Today₹2,222
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,677
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 6.1% above the period average, sitting just 26.4% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hiriyur APMC Leader | ₹4,133 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 3 Malpura APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Kurdwadi(Modnimb) APMC | ₹2,981 |
| 7 Manvi APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 8 Santhesargur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 9 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,910 |
| 10 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,887 |
| 12 Challakere APMC | ₹2,880 |
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 ₹1,253 (43.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,402 and ₹3,639, with the average around ₹2,524. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,011 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,677 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,016 | ₹2,444 | ₹2,825 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,940 | ₹2,689 | ₹2,803 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,844 | ₹2,655 | ₹2,772 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,639 | ₹2,533 | ₹2,749 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,713 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,656 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,811 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,674 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,826 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,685 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,755 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,653 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,859 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,643 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,672 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,772 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,714 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,869 | ₹2,681 | ₹2,771 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,858 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,725 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,020 | ₹2,129 | ₹2,808 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,814 | ₹2,309 | ₹2,713 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,721 | ₹2,266 | ₹2,539 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,711 | ₹2,711 | ₹2,711 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,730 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,309 | ₹2,309 | ₹2,309 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ballari APMC on 19 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.