In the latest market update for 16 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,401 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,401
- Lowest Price Today₹2,401
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,401
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Maize is about 13.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.1% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Hungund APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹2,808 |
| 11 Sangarapuram APMC | ₹2,777 |
| 12 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,764 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹2,036 (73.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹1,525 and ₹2,531, with the average around ₹2,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,401 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,531 | ₹2,201 | ₹2,531 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,011 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,011 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,153 | ₹2,153 | ₹2,153 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,311 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,311 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,201 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,201 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,253 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,253 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹2,115 | ₹2,270 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,121 | ₹2,041 | ₹2,121 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,161 | ₹2,161 | ₹2,161 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,301 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,301 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,851 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,021 | ₹2,002 | ₹2,021 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,702 | ₹1,702 | ₹1,702 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹1,525 | ₹2,280 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ashta APMC on 16 Sep 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.