As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,471 per quintal in Indore APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,523
- Lowest Price Today₹2,022
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,471
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Maize about 10.9% above the period average, and just 35.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 9 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
| 10 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,854 |
| 11 Nagarkurnool APMC | ₹2,833 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,950 (141.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹3,810, with the average around ₹2,229. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,523 | ₹2,022 | ₹2,471 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,531 | ₹1,557 | ₹2,505 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,496 | ₹1,571 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,525 | ₹1,751 | ₹2,525 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,525 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,525 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,489 | ₹1,548 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,165 | ₹2,165 | ₹2,165 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,701 | ₹1,445 | ₹1,701 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,555 | ₹1,457 | ₹1,555 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,810 | ₹3,810 | ₹3,810 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,405 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,405 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,221 | ₹1,565 | ₹2,221 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,523 | ₹2,278 | ₹2,523 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,711 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,670 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,670 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,460 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,740 | ₹1,740 | ₹1,740 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,001 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,460 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,460 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,375 |
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
The day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Indore APMC reported Maize at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.