Maize Prices Plummet, Soybean Softens; Onion Sees Slight Rise on Saturday

• Maize prices saw a significant drop in maximum rates on Saturday, December 20, despite some markets showing increases in other prices.
• Total maize arrival was 24,913 quintals; Jalna recorded highest arrival (5,286 quintals), Pune had highest price (₹2600-₹2800/quintal for 3 quintals).
• Onion prices showed a slight improvement in peak rates; Solapur market saw highest arrival (46,129 quintals) and highest price (₹100-₹3300/quintal).
• Soybean prices softened again compared to Friday's record highs.
• Latur market recorded the highest soybean arrival (13,559 quintals), while Nanded offered the highest price (₹4977/quintal).

Why It Matters: Maize and soybean prices fell, while onion saw a slight increase in Maharashtra's markets on Saturday.