In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,345 per quintal in Dhar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,345
- Lowest Price Today₹1,980
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,345
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 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 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.
At ₹2,021 (72.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Dhar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,370, with the average around ₹2,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹2,345 | ₹1,980 | ₹2,345 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,370 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,370 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,904 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,904 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,985 | ₹1,985 | ₹1,985 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 | ₹1,905 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,330 | ₹2,190 | ₹2,330 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,255 | ₹2,255 | ₹2,255 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,190 | ₹2,340 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,965 | ₹1,965 | ₹1,965 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,940 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,940 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,226 | ₹2,165 | ₹2,226 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,225 | ₹2,105 | ₹2,105 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,202 | ₹1,980 | ₹2,202 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,122 | ₹2,122 | ₹2,122 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,222 | ₹2,095 | ₹2,222 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,180 | ₹2,075 | ₹2,180 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Dhar APMC on 17 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.