In the latest market update for 28 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Santhamaguluru APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,480
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Santhamaguluru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Penukonda APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 4 Manalurpet APMC | ₹2,504 |
| 5 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Puttaparthi APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Gopalapuram APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 8 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 9 Parvathipuram APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Kurupam APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,400 (100.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Santhamaguluru APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,438. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,470 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Santhamaguluru APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.