Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,405 per quintal in Rajanagaram APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Rajanagaram APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,405
- Lowest Price Today₹2,405
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,405
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Fine)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 0.2% below the period average — just 0.6% short of 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 7 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 8 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Beawar APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Kovilpatti APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,596 |
| 12 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,220 (86.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Rajanagaram APMC ranged between ₹2,405 and ₹2,420, with the average around ₹2,410. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,405 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,415 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,410 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Rajanagaram APMC logged this Maize rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.