Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Chandausi 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₹2,650
- Lowest Price Today₹2,648
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 41.6% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹6,580 |
| 2 Barshi(Vairag) APMC | ₹3,051 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 APMC Karmala APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Lasalgaon(Vinchur) APMC | ₹2,751 |
| 7 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 8 Chandausi APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Karjat(Rashin) APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 10 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,548 |
| 11 Pandhurna APMC | ₹2,532 |
| 12 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹4,070 (162.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Chandausi APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹2,650, with the average around ₹1,871. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,648 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,883 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,975 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,925 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,780 | ₹1,720 | ₹1,754 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,889 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,073 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,225 | ₹1,550 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,240 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,206 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,556 | ₹2,159 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,555 | ₹1,971 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,320 | ₹1,552 | ₹1,978 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,238 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,225 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,225 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,287 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,255 |
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
The day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Chandausi APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.