Here's the 28 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Maize was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Merakamudidam 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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% above the period average — just 2.5% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
The ₹2,400 (100.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Merakamudidam APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,946. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
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 day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Merakamudidam APMC on 28 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.