In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,141 per quintal in Vidisha APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Maize today.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,141
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,141
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 8.0% above the period average and just 10.6% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Vidisha APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,396, with the average around ₹1,983. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,141 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,141 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,598 | ₹1,598 | ₹1,598 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,740 | ₹1,740 | ₹1,740 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,270 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,396 | ₹2,396 | ₹2,396 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,640 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 | ₹2,235 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,240 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,240 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,130 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,130 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,345 | ₹2,045 | ₹2,345 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,810 | ₹1,541 | ₹1,810 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,840 | ₹1,840 | ₹1,840 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,140 | ₹2,140 | ₹2,140 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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, Vidisha APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 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.