Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,554 per quintal in Challakere APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Maize today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,766
- Lowest Price Today₹2,325
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,554
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 2.1% above the period average — just 7.7% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Gondal APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹2,830 (106.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Challakere APMC ranged between ₹1,109 and ₹2,766, with the average around ₹2,502. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,766 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,554 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,543 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,546 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,639 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,537 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,598 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,686 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,581 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,668 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,599 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,626 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,529 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,509 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,443 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,586 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,638 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,530 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,668 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,564 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,601 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,486 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,280 | ₹1,109 | ₹2,182 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Challakere APMC on 18 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.