Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Dudhi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 166.0% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jasvantnagar APMC Leader | ₹3,580 |
| 2 Nawabpet APMC | ₹2,942 |
| 3 APMC Phaltan APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 H.B. Halli APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,694 |
| 6 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,681 |
| 7 Shahjahanpur APMC | ₹2,676 |
| 8 Omchatinya Multi State Agro Purpose Co-Op Society, Dist Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Wanaparthy town APMC | ₹2,639 |
| 10 Ujhani APMC | ₹2,553 |
| 11 Mandla APMC | ₹2,510 |
| 12 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹1,080 (43.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Dudhi APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,250, with the average around ₹846. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,024 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,114 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹702 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹767 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 04 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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
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 Dudhi APMC on 18 Oct 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.