In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,746 per quintal in Kottur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Maize markets.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,011
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,746
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 16.9% above the period average — just 8.8% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hungund APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 9 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹2,833 |
| 10 Choppadandi APMC | ₹2,831 |
| 11 Siddipet APMC | ₹2,788 |
| 12 Sadasivpet APMC | ₹2,763 |
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 ₹2,237 (81.0%) 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 Kottur APMC ranged between ₹1,661 and ₹3,011, with the average around ₹2,350. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,011 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,746 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,890 | ₹2,229 | ₹2,772 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,750 | ₹2,419 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,789 | ₹2,165 | ₹2,680 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,677 | ₹1,869 | ₹2,541 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,716 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,785 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,619 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,766 | ₹1,866 | ₹2,498 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,765 | ₹1,961 | ₹2,627 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,770 | ₹2,417 | ₹2,685 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,727 | ₹2,029 | ₹2,663 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 Kottur APMC on 16 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.