As fresh arrivals settled on 01 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.1% below the period average and just 53.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 7 Saluru APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 8 Honnali APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 9 Holalkere APMC | ₹2,528 |
| 10 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,522 |
| 11 Nuzvid APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Kanchekacherla APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (140.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Maize prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹4,321, with the average around ₹2,443. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,304 | ₹4,304 | ₹4,304 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,321 | ₹4,321 | ₹4,321 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Banthara APMC posted this Maize rate on 01 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.