In the day's wholesale-price digest for 09 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Ballia APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Maize markets.
01What Put Ballia APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 0.1% below the period average — just 0.9% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saluru APMC Leader | ₹2,600 |
| 2 Jangipur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,519 |
| 4 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 5 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 6 Addanki APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 7 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 8 Agricultural Produce Market Committee Sillod APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 9 Ramdurga APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Ballia APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Bindki APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Kukshi APMC | ₹2,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹400 (18.2%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Ballia APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹2,320, with the average around ₹2,303. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,307 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,320 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,306 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,310 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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 Ballia APMC on 09 Aug 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.