In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,781 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kesamudram APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,811
- Lowest Price Today₹2,596
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,781
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Maize is about 15.5% above the period average, sitting just 1.1% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 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 Bengaluru APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹2,951 |
| 7 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Bahraich APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 10 Andimadam RM APMC | ₹2,780 |
| 11 Malur APMC | ₹2,778 |
| 12 Biaora APMC | ₹2,765 |
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.
At ₹2,035 (73.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹1,659 and ₹2,811, with the average around ₹2,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,811 | ₹2,596 | ₹2,781 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,789 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,752 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,379 | ₹2,379 | ₹2,379 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,505 | ₹2,404 | ₹2,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,489 | ₹1,831 | ₹2,474 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,561 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,469 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,459 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,359 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,539 | ₹2,539 | ₹2,539 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,359 | ₹1,811 | ₹2,259 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,259 | ₹1,919 | ₹2,259 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,568 | ₹2,281 | ₹2,568 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,536 | ₹2,534 | ₹2,536 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,403 | ₹2,333 | ₹2,403 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,389 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,389 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,359 | ₹2,359 | ₹2,359 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹1,659 | ₹2,359 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,479 | ₹2,479 | ₹2,479 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,404 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,370 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,404 | ₹2,303 | ₹2,404 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,429 | ₹2,059 | ₹2,389 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Kesamudram APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.