What is the current average price of Maize across India?

The average wholesale price of Maize across India is currently ₹1,794 per quintal (₹17.94/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Where is the lowest price for Maize available?

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Maize is ₹130 per quintal in Multai Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Where is the most expensive Maize being sold?

The highest market rate for Maize is recorded at ₹5,300 per quintal in Pandhurna Mandi.

How many markets are reporting Maize prices today?

We have received active price updates from 358 Mandis across India today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

What factors influence Maize prices?

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Is it a good time to buy Maize?

If prices are trending below the average of ₹1,794, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Which states are the major producers of Maize?

Prices and availability are often driven by major producing states. Check the "State-wise Price Summary" table above to see which states have the highest active market counts, indicating high production or trading volume.

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Maize Mandi Price Today

Detailed market rates and daily fluctuations.

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Commodity Insights

Updated: 4 February 2026

The average wholesale price of Maize across 358 markets is ₹1,794/quintal.

Prices vary significantly by region. The lowest recorded rate is ₹130 at Multai, while the highest rate is ₹5,300 at Pandhurna.

This indicates a price spread of ₹5,170 across different Mandis.

Retail Price Estimate

Estimated Retail Price (per kg)

₹21 - ₹22/ kg

Based on national average wholesale rates + 15-25% margin.

Avg Wholesale Rate:₹17.94 / kg

Maize Prices by State

Compare Maize average rates across different states.

State	Markets	Min Price	Max Price	Avg Price
Madhya Pradesh	147	₹130	₹5,300	₹1,546
Rajasthan	21	₹1,050	₹4,400	₹1,726
Maharashtra	47	₹900	₹3,800	₹1,772
Karnataka	25	₹1,006	₹2,000	₹1,830
Chhattisgarh	35	₹1,500	₹2,410	₹1,868
Telangana	4	₹1,476	₹2,000	₹1,868
Gujarat	19	₹1,500	₹4,000	₹1,979
Uttar Pradesh	12	₹1,450	₹2,465	₹1,989
Andhra Pradesh	10	₹1,200	₹3,940	₹2,037
Odisha	1	₹2,100	₹2,300	₹2,200
West Bengal	1	₹2,225	₹2,325	₹2,275
Uttarakhand	1	₹2,390	₹2,400	₹2,400
Tamil Nadu	35	₹1,500	₹5,000	₹2,619

Maize Prices List

Recent market rates and arrivals.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
MaizeLocal	Boath	Adilabad, Andhra Pradesh	₹2400	₹2400	₹2400	2026-02-04
MaizeLocal	Kurnool	Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh	₹1200	₹1725	₹1669	2026-02-04
MaizeOther	Nandyal	Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh	₹2100	₹2100	₹2100	2026-02-04
MaizeLocal	Shadnagar	Mahbubnagar, Andhra Pradesh	₹1965	₹1965	₹1965	2026-02-04
MaizeLocal	Warangal	Warangal, Andhra Pradesh	₹3720	₹3940	₹3720	2026-02-04
MaizeHybrid/Local	Bijapur	Bijapur (Chhattisgarh), Chhattisgarh	₹1650	₹1950	₹1785	2026-02-04
MaizeHybrid/Local	Bilaspur	Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh), Chhattisgarh	₹1825	₹1950	₹1925	2026-02-04
MaizeLocal	Ambikapur	Surguja, Chhattisgarh	₹2401	₹2401	₹2401	2026-02-04
MaizeHybrid	Bhanupratappur	Uttar Bastar Kanker, Chhattisgarh	₹1800	₹1800	₹1800	2026-02-04
MaizeHybrid/Local	Keshkal	Kondagaon, Chhattisgarh	₹1650	₹1700	₹1650	2026-02-04