From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,420 per quintal in Polavaram APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,420
- Lowest Price Today₹2,420
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,420
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Gondal APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
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.
At ₹2,830 (106.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Polavaram APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹2,420, with the average around ₹2,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 | ₹2,415 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,420 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 | ₹2,410 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 sum up, this was the Maize rate at Polavaram APMC on 18 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.