From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,310 per quintal in Ballia APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,310
- Lowest Price Today₹2,310
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,310
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 0.4% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ballia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 HarappanaHalli APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Hungund APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Malpura APMC | ₹4,125 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Jasvantnagar APMC | ₹3,570 |
| 8 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Sangli(Miraj) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 APMC Sangli APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Dharur APMC | ₹2,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,350 (79.7%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,320, with the average around ₹2,303. 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 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,302 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,307 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ballia APMC on 17 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.