In the latest market update for 22 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,024 per quintal in Mainpuri APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
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₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,024
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Maize is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 15.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mainpuri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barabanki APMC Leader | ₹8,768 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹8,739 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹8,691 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹8,688 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 6 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Agra APMC | ₹4,367 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹5,868 (202.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Mainpuri APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹2,385, with the average around ₹1,971. 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 | ₹2,250 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,135 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,024 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,955 | ₹2,004 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,037 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Mainpuri APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.