In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,530 per quintal in Villupuram APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Maize today.
01What Put Villupuram APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,560
- Lowest Price Today₹2,499
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,530
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
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% above the period average, sitting just 13.5% 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 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega 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 Husnabad 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.
That ₹2,150 (81.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Villupuram APMC ranged between ₹2,082 and ₹2,923, with the average around ₹2,473. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,530 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,569 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,534 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,681 | ₹2,649 | ₹2,665 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,689 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,637 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,419 | ₹2,419 | ₹2,419 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹2,529 | ₹2,560 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,579 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,494 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,602 | ₹2,531 | ₹2,567 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,639 | ₹2,519 | ₹2,579 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,596 | ₹2,539 | ₹2,568 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,637 | ₹2,563 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,923 | ₹2,559 | ₹2,741 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,652 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,471 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,649 | ₹2,391 | ₹2,520 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,771 | ₹2,523 | ₹2,647 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,549 | ₹2,575 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,759 | ₹2,679 | ₹2,719 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,651 | ₹2,676 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,670 | ₹2,583 | ₹2,627 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Villupuram 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.