In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Banda APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Maize markets in the table that follows.
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₹2,335
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
Today's rate is about 3.4% below the period average and just 18.9% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanduru APMC Leader | ₹6,042 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Ballari APMC | ₹3,367 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Kottur APMC | ₹3,264 |
| 9 Davangere APMC | ₹3,258 |
| 10 Santhesargur APMC | ₹3,240 |
| 11 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Kesamudram APMC | ₹3,169 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,873 (90.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Banda APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,405, with the average around ₹2,019. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹2,335 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,950 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,380 | ₹1,755 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,345 | ₹1,795 | ₹2,070 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,120 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,120 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,015 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,405 | ₹1,685 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,675 | ₹1,695 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,110 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Banda APMC posted this Maize rate on 29 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.