As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Maize was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Kannod APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
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₹2,481
- Lowest Price Today₹1,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.0% above the period average and just 5.9% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,400 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 4 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,560 |
| 12 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
That ₹8,400 (280.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kannod APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,550, with the average around ₹2,000. 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 | ₹2,481 | ₹1,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,481 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,480 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,426 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,454 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,696 | ₹1,154 | ₹1,360 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,122 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,451 | ₹1,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,236 | ₹1,330 | ₹1,431 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,959 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,545 | ₹2,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,120 | ₹1,575 | ₹1,941 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,041 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,041 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,351 | ₹1,769 | ₹1,771 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,796 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,151 | ₹1,815 | ₹2,151 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,766 | ₹1,766 | ₹1,766 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
Net-net, Kannod APMC posted this Maize rate on 16 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.