Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,376 per quintal in Chaurai APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What Put Chaurai 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₹2,376
- Lowest Price Today₹2,376
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,376
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 5.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pusapatirega APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,845 |
| 9 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,637 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹2,163 (82.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Chaurai APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,425, with the average around ₹2,249. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,290 | ₹2,425 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,376 | ₹2,376 | ₹2,376 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,341 | ₹2,319 | ₹2,341 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,277 | ₹2,277 | ₹2,277 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,313 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,313 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,335 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,335 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,331 | ₹2,312 | ₹2,331 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,261 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,261 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,326 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,326 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,301 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,301 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,262 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,260 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,254 | ₹2,254 | ₹2,254 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,376 | ₹2,376 | ₹2,376 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,328 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,328 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,303 | ₹2,303 | ₹2,303 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,376 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,361 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,206 | ₹2,350 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,281 | ₹2,281 | ₹2,281 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Chaurai APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.