As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,290 per quintal in Ashta APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,415
- Lowest Price Today₹1,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,290
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 9.6% above the period average, and just 9.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Doddaballapur APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Hungund APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Todaraisingh APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Beawar APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹2,909 |
| 12 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (107.1%) 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 ₹1,210 and ₹2,531, with the average around ₹2,089. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,415 | ₹1,210 | ₹2,290 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,001 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Ashta APMC reported Maize at this level on 12 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.