In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Banthara APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Maize is about 16.7% below the period average — just 53.7% 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 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Lingasugur APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Dhamnod APMC | ₹2,704 |
| 11 Gadarwara(F&V) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,686 |
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 ₹2,814 (104.8%) 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 ₹2,402. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Banthara APMC logged this Maize rate on 04 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.