Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,996 per quintal in Islam Nagar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,996
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Maize is about 5.8% above the period average — just 9.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹8,713 |
| 2 Barabanki APMC | ₹8,677 |
| 3 Bengaluru APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹4,370 |
| 9 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Arasikere APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,840 |
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 ₹5,873 (206.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Islam Nagar APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,887. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,996 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,180 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,031 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,966 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,090 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,980 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,958 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,968 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,952 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,004 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,095 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,029 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,085 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,015 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,022 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Islam Nagar APMC on 18 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.