Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Jul 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,972 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,050
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,972
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 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.
Right now Maize is about 1.1% above the period average — just 20.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuchinapudi APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,719 |
| 4 Pune APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Shrimushnam APMC | ₹2,684 |
| 6 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,630 |
| 7 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,629 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 9 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,597 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,578 |
| 11 Sangarapuram APMC | ₹2,551 |
| 12 Aruppukottai APMC | ₹2,525 |
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.
That ₹375 (14.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,480, with the average around ₹1,951. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,480 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,252 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,090 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,220 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,212 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,211 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,212 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,286 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,074 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,189 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,962 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,225 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,986 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,160 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,152 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,947 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,980 | ₹1,920 | ₹1,947 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,980 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,933 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,180 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,948 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Shahaswan APMC on 21 Jul 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.