Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Kukshi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Kukshi APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Right now Maize is about 24.6% above the period average — just 7.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jasvantnagar APMC Leader | ₹3,580 |
| 2 Nawabpet APMC | ₹2,942 |
| 3 APMC Phaltan APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 H.B. Halli APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,694 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,681 |
| 7 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹2,676 |
| 8 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Wanaparthy town APMC | ₹2,639 |
| 10 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,553 |
| 11 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Anjad APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
The ₹1,080 (43.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kukshi APMC ranged between ₹1,055 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,926. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,565 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,995 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,535 | ₹1,690 | ₹2,535 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,525 | ₹1,525 | ₹1,525 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,320 | ₹1,875 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,611 | ₹1,611 | ₹1,611 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,945 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,790 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,675 | ₹1,675 | ₹1,675 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,170 | ₹1,170 | ₹1,170 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,915 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,210 | ₹1,055 | ₹1,895 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,325 | ₹1,325 | ₹1,325 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,310 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,310 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,785 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,955 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,955 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,645 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,985 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,675 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Kukshi APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.