Going by the latest APMC figures for 27 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,690 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,786
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,690
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.0% above the period average and just 3.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 27 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ratlam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹6,042 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Challakere APMC | ₹3,110 |
| 8 Kesamudram APMC | ₹3,076 |
| 9 Nekkonda APMC | ₹3,075 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹3,061 |
| 11 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹3,058 |
| 12 Pargi APMC | ₹3,049 |
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 ₹2,993 (98.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹1,701 and ₹2,786, with the average around ₹2,424. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹2,786 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,690 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,560 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,760 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,520 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,681 | ₹2,071 | ₹2,660 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,701 | ₹2,123 | ₹2,525 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,511 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,511 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,696 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 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 |
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 headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ratlam APMC posted this Maize rate on 27 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.