Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,160 per quintal in Bhikangaon APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What Put Bhikangaon 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₹2,160
- Lowest Price Today₹2,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,160
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date18 Oct 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 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rompicherla APMC Leader | ₹2,500 |
| 2 Seoni APMC | ₹2,390 |
| 3 Ghansour APMC | ₹2,275 |
| 4 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,160 |
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 ₹340 (15.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Bhikangaon APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,880, with the average around ₹2,174. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,160 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,160 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,670 | ₹1,461 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,810 | ₹1,570 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,290 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,375 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,325 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,311 | ₹1,450 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,375 | ₹1,281 | ₹1,950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,438 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,475 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,461 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,150 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,475 | ₹1,376 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,684 | ₹1,410 | ₹1,620 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,470 | ₹1,514 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,880 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,631 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,110 | ₹1,651 | ₹2,110 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,418 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,418 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,449 | ₹1,590 | ₹2,449 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,409 | ₹1,451 | ₹2,409 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Bhikangaon APMC on 18 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.