Turning to the 19 Oct 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹2,880 per quintal in Challakere APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Challakere APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,069
- Lowest Price Today₹2,401
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,880
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.9% above the period average and just 6.2% 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Santhesargur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 8 Manvi 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 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 ₹1,253 (43.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Challakere APMC ranged between ₹1,109 and ₹3,069, with the average around ₹2,573. 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 | ₹3,069 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,880 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,829 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,654 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,720 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,515 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,879 | ₹2,491 | ₹2,760 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,798 | ₹2,651 | ₹2,685 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,801 | ₹2,665 | ₹2,744 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,744 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,782 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,745 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,792 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,563 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,779 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,667 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,789 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,613 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,756 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,563 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,658 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,510 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,766 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,554 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,543 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,546 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,639 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,537 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,598 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,686 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,581 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,668 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,599 |
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
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
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Challakere APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.