Across the reporting yards on 17 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,905 per quintal in Sagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,905
- Lowest Price Today₹1,905
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,905
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 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 2.2% below the period average and just 33.7% 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 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,860 |
| 10 Gundlupet APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,801 |
| 12 Shikaripura APMC | ₹2,779 |
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.
At ₹4,221 (151.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹2,875, with the average around ₹1,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹2,030 | ₹1,980 | ₹2,030 |
| 08 Nov | ₹2,070 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Nov | ₹2,310 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,820 | ₹1,915 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,760 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,005 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,825 | ₹1,795 | ₹2,530 |
| 02 Nov | ₹2,810 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Nov | ₹2,250 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,250 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,875 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,725 | ₹1,755 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,025 | ₹1,790 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,640 | ₹1,705 | ₹2,200 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,755 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Oct | ₹1,940 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,810 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,720 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
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
Net-net, Sagar APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 Sep 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.