Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Bahraich APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 17.1% above the period average, sitting just 42.5% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajam APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 3 Ponduru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Addanki APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 6 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 7 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,376 |
| 8 Nandigama APMC | ₹2,310 |
| 9 Bahraich APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Khargone APMC | ₹2,259 |
| 11 Muradabad APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹2,200 |
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 ₹2,600 (118.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Bahraich APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,964. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,842 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,860 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,896 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 Bahraich APMC on 16 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.