Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,210 per quintal in Hiramandalam APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹2,210
- Lowest Price Today₹2,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,210
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Medium)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.1% below the period average and just 5.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hiramandalam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Penukonda APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Manalurpet APMC | ₹2,458 |
| 7 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 8 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 9 Addanki APMC | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Nidadavolu APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 11 Gopalapuram APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 12 Rajanagaram APMC | ₹2,405 |
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.
At ₹2,395 (99.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Hiramandalam APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,340, with the average around ₹2,213. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,340 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,220 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Net-net, Hiramandalam APMC posted this Maize rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.