In the day's wholesale-price digest for 06 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,394 per quintal in Kottur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹2,397
- Lowest Price Today₹2,388
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,394
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 11.0% above the period average, sitting just 6.0% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 | ₹3,100 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,715 |
| 10 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,675 |
| 11 Ballari APMC | ₹2,671 |
| 12 Veppur APMC | ₹2,671 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,129 (79.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Kottur APMC ranged between ₹1,840 and ₹2,547, with the average around ₹2,157. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹2,397 | ₹2,388 | ₹2,394 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,547 | ₹2,547 | ₹2,547 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,470 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,383 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,969 | ₹1,969 | ₹1,969 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,979 | ₹1,979 | ₹1,979 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,950 | ₹1,840 | ₹1,890 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,949 | ₹1,877 | ₹1,922 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,023 | ₹2,023 | ₹2,023 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Kottur APMC on 06 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.