With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,401 per quintal in APMC Malegaon APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,409
- Lowest Price Today₹2,052
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,401
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.9% above the period average and just 6.8% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Malegaon 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at APMC Malegaon APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,576, with the average around ₹2,245. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,409 | ₹2,052 | ₹2,401 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,405 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,381 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,399 | ₹1,790 | ₹2,230 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,399 | ₹1,980 | ₹2,314 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,398 | ₹1,931 | ₹2,291 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,398 | ₹1,802 | ₹2,355 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,395 | ₹1,770 | ₹2,180 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,399 | ₹1,690 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,398 | ₹1,871 | ₹2,185 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,399 | ₹1,801 | ₹2,121 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,399 | ₹1,751 | ₹2,235 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,399 | ₹1,660 | ₹2,073 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,398 | ₹1,661 | ₹2,086 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,398 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,051 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,399 | ₹1,701 | ₹2,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,398 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,282 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,576 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,525 |
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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Malegaon 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.