Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,191 per quintal in Khirkiya APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,191
- Lowest Price Today₹1,791
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,191
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 6.8% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Khirkiya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Maize prices at Khirkiya APMC ranged between ₹1,499 and ₹2,351, with the average around ₹2,251. 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 Sep | ₹2,191 | ₹1,791 | ₹2,191 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,230 | ₹1,499 | ₹2,230 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,151 | ₹1,961 | ₹2,151 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,260 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,325 | ₹1,525 | ₹2,325 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,351 | ₹1,520 | ₹2,351 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Khirkiya 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.