In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,206 per quintal in Itarsi APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,206
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 2.7% above the period average — just 15.2% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Itarsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 3 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹2,925 |
| 12 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,620 (91.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Itarsi APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,148. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,206 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,576 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,561 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,491 | ₹1,505 | ₹2,395 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,501 | ₹1,678 | ₹2,501 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,280 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,280 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,411 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,411 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,275 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,275 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,415 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,415 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,425 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 | ₹2,501 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,125 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,125 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,125 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,125 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,440 | ₹2,435 | ₹2,440 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,270 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Itarsi APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.