With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in APMC Devala APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,420
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 5.4% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Khurja APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 8 Rajula APMC | ₹2,987 |
| 9 DADRI APMC | ₹2,901 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Kallakurichi RM APMC | ₹2,851 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹1,950 (68.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at APMC Devala APMC ranged between ₹1,885 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,453. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,710 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,430 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,465 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,125 | ₹1,885 | ₹2,090 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,560 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,345 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,345 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,395 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,350 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,440 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,465 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,460 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,540 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,540 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,490 | ₹2,455 | ₹2,485 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,480 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,475 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 | ₹2,495 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,485 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Devala 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.