In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,210 per quintal in Hiramandalam APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Maize markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,210
- Lowest Price Today₹2,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,210
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date19 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,533 |
| 4 Penukonda APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Puttaparthi APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Polavaram APMC | ₹2,410 |
| 8 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Ponduru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 11 Hiramandalam APMC | ₹2,210 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹2,590 (117.2%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Hiramandalam APMC posted this Maize rate on 19 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.