In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Dhar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,498
- Lowest Price Today₹1,825
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- 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.
At this level, Maize is about 9.7% above the period average, sitting just 7.9% 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 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.
At ₹2,237 (81.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Dhar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,498, with the average around ₹2,097. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,498 | ₹1,825 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,404 | ₹1,522 | ₹2,302 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,452 | ₹1,652 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,402 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,452 | ₹1,542 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,305 | ₹2,140 | ₹2,305 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,195 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,195 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,835 | ₹1,835 | ₹1,835 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 |
| 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 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Dhar APMC on 16 Oct 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.