From today's trading desk on 31 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Palakonda APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 0.1% above the period average — just 7.7% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 6 Bhilwara APMC | ₹2,904 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,788 |
| 9 Pratapgarh APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,634 |
| 12 Pethappampatti APMC | ₹2,625 |
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.
That ₹2,175 (82.9%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Palakonda APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹1,950, with the average around ₹1,798. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palakonda APMC logged this Maize rate on 31 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.