In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,185 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,188
- Lowest Price Today₹2,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,185
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.4% above the period average and just 9.0% 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 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Hungund APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Ballari APMC | ₹2,808 |
| 11 Sangarapuram APMC | ₹2,777 |
| 12 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,764 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹2,036 (73.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,134. 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 Sep | ₹2,188 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,185 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,170 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,158 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,270 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,252 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,228 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,232 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,193 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,191 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,173 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,166 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,244 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,189 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,160 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,153 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,339 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,270 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,226 | ₹2,226 | ₹2,226 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,222 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,161 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,255 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,217 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,166 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,215 | ₹2,215 | ₹2,215 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,213 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,311 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,194 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,290 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,205 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,251 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,177 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gulavati APMC posted this Maize rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.