Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Maize was quoted at ₹1,901 per quintal in Agar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,901
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Maize is about 9.8% below the period average, sitting just 27.0% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 9 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 10 Mahbubnagar APMC | ₹2,896 |
| 11 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,887 |
| 12 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,854 |
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.
The ₹3,896 (136.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹1,272 and ₹2,605, with the average around ₹2,107. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,901 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,605 | ₹1,625 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,501 | ₹1,601 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,386 | ₹1,651 | ₹1,971 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,390 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,440 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,440 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,690 | ₹1,690 | ₹1,690 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,112 | ₹2,112 | ₹2,112 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,801 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,001 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,305 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,305 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,365 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,365 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Agar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.