Here's the 18 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Maize was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Gandhwani APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
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₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 22.7% below the period average, sitting just 36.6% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹8,713 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹8,677 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹4,370 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Arasikere APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,840 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹5,873 (206.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Gandhwani APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,601, with the average around ₹2,135. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹1,775 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,775 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,325 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,325 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,601 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,601 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,625 | ₹1,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,390 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,360 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,881 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,360 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,311 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,208 | ₹2,311 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,325 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,208 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,358 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,301 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,160 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,200 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Gandhwani APMC on 18 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.