In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,703 per quintal in Kustagi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,703
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Maize is about 10.3% above the period average — just 3.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kustagi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Hiriyur APMC | ₹4,133 |
| 3 Manvi APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 4 Santhesargur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 5 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,910 |
| 6 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,703 |
| 8 Honnali APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Shikaripura APMC | ₹2,671 |
| 10 Kanakagiri APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Channagiri APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Modasa(Tintoi) APMC | ₹2,625 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,175 (82.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kustagi APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,451. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,703 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,730 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,681 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,651 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,660 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,582 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,548 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,655 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,680 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,721 | ₹2,535 | ₹2,630 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,705 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,689 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,740 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,713 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Maize rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Kustagi APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.