In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,389 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,429
- Lowest Price Today₹2,059
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,389
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
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 0.7% above the period average and just 9.5% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹1,681 and ₹2,639, with the average around ₹2,372. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,429 | ₹2,059 | ₹2,389 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,502 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,489 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,209 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,209 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,519 | ₹2,311 | ₹2,457 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,433 | ₹2,259 | ₹2,431 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 | ₹2,474 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,629 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,527 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,411 | ₹2,411 | ₹2,411 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,472 | ₹2,011 | ₹2,409 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,416 | ₹2,416 | ₹2,416 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,639 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,639 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,296 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,296 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,409 | ₹2,229 | ₹2,391 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,403 | ₹2,351 | ₹2,389 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,151 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,473 | ₹2,181 | ₹2,453 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,482 | ₹1,751 | ₹2,441 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,456 | ₹2,339 | ₹2,418 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,345 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,341 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,307 | ₹2,129 | ₹2,286 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kesamudram APMC posted this Maize rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.