Turning to the 28 Oct 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹2,615 per quintal in Sonkatch APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,688
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,615
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.7% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sonkatch APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹6,120 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Gundlupet APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹3,205 |
| 11 Kottur APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹3,129 |
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 ₹2,991 (95.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Sonkatch APMC ranged between ₹1,299 and ₹2,730, with the average around ₹2,261. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹2,730 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,585 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,688 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,615 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,221 | ₹2,671 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,641 | ₹1,760 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,625 | ₹1,632 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,241 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,501 | ₹1,670 | ₹1,751 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,420 | ₹1,299 | ₹2,341 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,596 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,440 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹1,481 | ₹1,541 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,361 | ₹1,371 | ₹2,321 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,001 | ₹1,770 | ₹2,001 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Oct 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Sonkatch APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.