Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Ziro APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Ziro APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 2.3% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,739 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,714 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,664 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,650 |
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 ₹2,150 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Ziro APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,228. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Ziro APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.