In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,052 per quintal in Mainpuri 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,052
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 4.4% above the period average — just 13.9% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,670 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Biaora APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 10 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,708 |
| 11 Davangere APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
A spread of ₹5,970 (221.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Mainpuri APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,385, with the average around ₹1,966. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,052 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,180 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,032 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,009 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,992 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,993 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,990 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,980 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,007 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,992 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,031 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,010 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,964 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,982 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,010 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,960 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,165 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,030 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,010 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,957 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,969 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,030 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,959 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,968 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,971 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,975 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mainpuri APMC logged this Maize rate on 19 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.