In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,150
- Lowest Price Today₹2,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 0.0% below the period average, and just 6.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Safdarganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,410 (275.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹2,150 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,151. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
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
The takeaway: Safdarganj APMC reported Maize at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.