In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Segaon APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,775
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 47.6% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,400 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 4 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,560 |
| 12 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹8,400 (280.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Segaon APMC ranged between ₹1,375 and ₹3,625, with the average around ₹1,912. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,811 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,775 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,210 | ₹2,165 | ₹2,210 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,905 | ₹1,775 | ₹1,905 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,625 | ₹1,651 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,025 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,775 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,775 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,811 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,701 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,701 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,801 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,801 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,245 | ₹2,250 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
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 Segaon APMC on 16 Oct 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.