In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,023 per quintal in Powayan APMC. This is one of several Maize rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,023
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 13.8% above the period average — just 25.1% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,023 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,874 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,870 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,120 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,993 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,852 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,935 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,952 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,807 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,864 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,920 | ₹1,931 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,140 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,923 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,891 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,812 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,830 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,832 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,960 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,884 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,813 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Powayan APMC logged this Maize rate on 22 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.