Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹2,370 per quintal in Vikkiravandi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Vikkiravandi APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,515
- Lowest Price Today₹2,225
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,370
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 2.3% above the period average and just 10.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 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.
At ₹2,830 (106.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Vikkiravandi APMC ranged between ₹1,829 and ₹2,649, with the average around ₹2,316. 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 | ₹2,515 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,370 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,649 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,565 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,495 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,619 | ₹2,589 | ₹2,604 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,609 | ₹2,299 | ₹2,454 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,631 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,501 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,564 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,387 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,619 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,504 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,530 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,229 | ₹2,390 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,309 | ₹2,420 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹2,269 | ₹2,370 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,591 | ₹2,003 | ₹2,297 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,299 | ₹2,434 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,219 | ₹2,394 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹2,169 | ₹2,336 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹1,999 | ₹2,260 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,414 | ₹2,169 | ₹2,292 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,139 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,339 | ₹2,179 | ₹2,259 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Vikkiravandi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.