In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,048 per quintal in Sikarpur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Sikarpur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,048
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Right now Maize is about 3.9% above the period average — just 16.6% 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 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹8,742 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹3,810 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,835 |
| 12 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,820 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹5,923 (210.1%) 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 Sikarpur APMC ranged between ₹1,950 and ₹2,455, with the average around ₹1,970. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,048 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,022 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,003 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,005 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,003 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,001 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,124 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,001 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,110 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,046 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,020 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,026 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,955 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,953 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Sikarpur APMC on 21 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.