With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,833 per quintal in Mahabubabad APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,902
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,833
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 16.2% above the period average and just 17.7% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hungund APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 6 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Nekkonda APMC | ₹2,880 |
| 8 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 9 Mahabubabad APMC | ₹2,833 |
| 10 Choppadandi APMC | ₹2,831 |
| 11 Siddipet APMC | ₹2,788 |
| 12 Sadasivpet APMC | ₹2,763 |
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.
At ₹2,237 (81.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Mahabubabad APMC ranged between ₹1,666 and ₹3,443, with the average around ₹2,438. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,902 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,833 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,830 | ₹2,668 | ₹2,830 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,788 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,788 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,716 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,716 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,646 | ₹2,435 | ₹2,636 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,396 | ₹2,396 | ₹2,396 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,324 | ₹2,324 | ₹2,324 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,456 | ₹2,456 | ₹2,456 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,533 | ₹2,533 | ₹2,533 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,507 | ₹2,507 | ₹2,507 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,475 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,433 | ₹2,433 | ₹2,433 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,918 | ₹1,918 | ₹1,918 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,421 | ₹2,421 | ₹2,421 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,180 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,180 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,922 | ₹1,922 | ₹1,922 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,443 | ₹3,213 | ₹3,443 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Mahabubabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.