With the 31 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Bengaluru APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,750 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Popcorn)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 61.4% above the period average and just 10.0% short of 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 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Uniyara APMC | ₹3,601 |
| 7 Malpura APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹3,232 |
| 11 Bagalkot APMC | ₹3,227 |
| 12 Davangere APMC | ₹3,223 |
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.
That ₹3,527 (109.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Bengaluru APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Oct 2026, Bengaluru 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.