Based on what the markets reported on 17 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,681 per quintal in Kottur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kottur 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₹2,790
- Lowest Price Today₹1,661
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,681
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
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.
Right now Maize is about 18.2% above the period average — just 3.9% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,860 |
| 10 Gundlupet APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,801 |
| 12 Shikaripura APMC | ₹2,779 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹4,221 (151.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kottur APMC ranged between ₹1,661 and ₹2,790, with the average around ₹2,269. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹2,790 | ₹1,661 | ₹2,681 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,749 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,716 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,736 | ₹1,858 | ₹2,642 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,769 | ₹1,919 | ₹2,645 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,521 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,485 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,690 | ₹2,111 | ₹2,546 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,632 | ₹1,909 | ₹2,507 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,628 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,731 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,658 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,649 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,081 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,910 | ₹1,830 | ₹1,868 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,755 | ₹1,825 | ₹1,935 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,940 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,859 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,729 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,965 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,726 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,893 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,944 | ₹1,805 | ₹1,877 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,911 | ₹1,927 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Kottur APMC on 17 Sep 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.