In the latest market update for 22 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,438 per quintal in Ashta APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,438
- Lowest Price Today₹2,111
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,438
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 14.9% above the period average — just 7.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 4 Malpura APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,952 |
| 7 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 8 Kurdwadi(Modnimb) APMC | ₹2,940 |
| 9 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹2,870 |
| 10 Zaheerabad APMC | ₹2,867 |
| 11 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,806 |
| 12 Choppadandi APMC | ₹2,789 |
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.
At ₹2,011 (72.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,621, with the average around ₹2,122. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,438 | ₹2,111 | ₹2,438 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,501 | ₹1,676 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,491 | ₹1,702 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,621 | ₹1,730 | ₹1,901 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹1,416 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,390 | ₹1,470 | ₹2,280 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,301 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Ashta APMC logged this Maize rate on 22 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.