In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Rona APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Rona APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,907
- Lowest Price Today₹2,356
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 10.6% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,570 |
| 8 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 11 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
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.
At ₹3,854 (133.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Rona APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,907, with the average around ₹2,589. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,907 | ₹2,356 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,758 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,751 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,674 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,540 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,758 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,741 | ₹2,590 | ₹2,709 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,695 | ₹2,566 | ₹2,669 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,665 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,628 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,647 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,637 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,631 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,569 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,556 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,555 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
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
Net-net, Rona APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.