In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,175 per quintal in Kolaras APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,505
- Lowest Price Today₹1,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,175
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 15.3% above the period average and just 14.7% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kolaras APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Kallakurichi RM APMC | ₹2,851 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Pargi APMC | ₹2,825 |
| 11 Sankarapuram RM APMC | ₹2,767 |
| 12 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,751 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹2,049 (74.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kolaras APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,550, with the average around ₹1,887. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,505 | ₹1,875 | ₹2,175 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,570 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,570 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,480 | ₹1,405 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹1,445 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,520 | ₹1,405 | ₹2,355 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,540 | ₹1,410 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,670 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,670 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,075 | ₹1,720 | ₹2,075 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,015 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,605 | ₹1,605 | ₹1,605 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,720 | ₹1,720 | ₹1,720 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,890 | ₹1,915 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kolaras APMC posted this Maize rate on 21 Oct 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.