In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Sep 2026, Kustagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,717 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,781
- Lowest Price Today₹2,651
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,717
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 13.6% above the period average, sitting just 3.0% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kustagi APMC Leader | ₹2,717 |
| 2 Chhindwara APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 3 Kannauj APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 4 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 5 Addanki APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 6 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 Nuguru Charla APMC | ₹2,390 |
| 9 Sirsaganj APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Shikohabad APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Chhibramau APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Babrala APMC | ₹2,140 |
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 ₹577 (27.0%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,392. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹2,781 | ₹2,651 | ₹2,717 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,605 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,517 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,596 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,506 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,519 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,425 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,412 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,313 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kustagi APMC led Maize on 20 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.