Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Khargone APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 7.1% above the period average — just 16.8% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barshi(Vairag) APMC Leader | ₹3,051 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Lasalgaon(Vinchur) APMC | ₹2,751 |
| 6 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Pandhurna APMC | ₹2,532 |
| 8 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,530 |
| 9 Nainpur APMC | ₹2,520 |
| 10 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
| 11 Bilsi APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Chhpara 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.
A spread of ₹551 (22.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Khargone APMC ranged between ₹14 and ₹2,585, with the average around ₹2,008. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,050 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,675 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹1,680 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,585 | ₹23 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,581 | ₹19 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,551 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,505 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹14 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,675 | ₹1,675 | ₹1,675 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,880 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,440 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,245 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,570 | ₹1,575 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,590 | ₹1,575 | ₹1,590 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,660 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,421 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,640 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Khargone APMC logged this Maize rate on 20 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.