In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,678 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
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₹2,678
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,678
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Maize is about 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.8% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 9 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
| 10 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,854 |
| 11 Nagarkurnool APMC | ₹2,833 |
| 12 Narsampet APMC | ₹2,806 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,494 (88.9%) 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 Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹1,701 and ₹2,727, with the average around ₹2,398. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,678 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,678 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,727 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,701 | ₹2,530 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,570 | ₹1,899 | ₹2,530 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹2,202 | ₹2,495 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,465 | ₹1,992 | ₹2,465 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,291 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,412 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,412 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,431 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,431 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,584 | ₹2,578 | ₹2,584 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,601 | ₹2,650 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,711 | ₹2,711 | ₹2,711 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,456 | ₹2,399 | ₹2,456 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,381 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,381 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,330 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,330 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,221 | ₹2,221 | ₹2,221 |
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
The day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ratlam APMC on 17 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.