In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,176 per quintal in Madhoganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,380
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,176
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Maize about 2.4% above the period average, and just 13.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Madhoganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ghaziabad APMC Leader | ₹11,718 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Malpura APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Khurja APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Beawar APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 10 Rajula APMC | ₹2,987 |
| 11 DADRI APMC | ₹2,901 |
| 12 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
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 ₹8,818 (304.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Madhoganj APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,125. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,380 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,176 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,234 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,266 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,475 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,154 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,964 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,117 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,375 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,985 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,166 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,897 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,450 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,953 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,115 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,282 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,224 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,276 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,270 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,246 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,276 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,261 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,335 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Madhoganj APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.