Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹5,002 per quintal in Tanduru APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,292
- Lowest Price Today₹5,002
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,002
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 2.1% below the period average, sitting just 5.5% 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
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 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,400 |
| 2 HarappanaHalli APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tanduru APMC | ₹5,002 |
| 4 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kosgi APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Beawar APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,560 |
| 12 Bijaynagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹8,400 (280.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
053-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 3 days, Maize prices at Tanduru APMC ranged between ₹5,002 and ₹5,292, with the average around ₹5,111. 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 | ₹5,292 | ₹5,002 | ₹5,002 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,202 | ₹5,022 | ₹5,130 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,202 | ₹5,130 | ₹5,202 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Tanduru APMC on 16 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.