Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 15.0% below the period average — just 77.2% 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 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,740 |
| 2 Jangipur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,460 |
| 5 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Agricultural Produce Market Committee Sillod APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Addanki APMC | ₹2,430 |
| 8 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Kothagudem APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Nandigama APMC | ₹2,330 |
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 ₹6,410 (275.1%) 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 Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,768, with the average around ₹2,352. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,768 | ₹8,768 | ₹8,768 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,682 | ₹8,682 | ₹8,682 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,005 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,010 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,023 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 Barabanki APMC on 23 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.