Pulling together the 13 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Harsood APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Harsood APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,460
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
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 21.7% below the period average, sitting just 33.4% 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 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Harsood APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 5 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 8 Malur APMC | ₹2,778 |
| 9 Ballari APMC | ₹2,749 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,742 |
| 11 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,730 |
| 12 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,724 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹2,076 (76.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Harsood APMC ranged between ₹1,451 and ₹2,401, with the average around ₹2,043. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,460 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,176 | ₹1,451 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹1,652 | ₹2,001 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,191 | ₹1,646 | ₹2,191 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,901 | ₹1,501 | ₹1,901 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,899 | ₹1,570 | ₹1,899 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,902 | ₹2,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,305 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,305 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,076 | ₹2,076 | ₹2,076 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,121 | ₹2,121 | ₹2,121 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,026 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,026 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,191 | ₹2,191 | ₹2,191 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,211 | ₹2,211 | ₹2,211 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,101 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,101 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,099 | ₹2,099 | ₹2,099 |
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
Farmers comparing Maize rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Harsood APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.