As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Palakonda 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Maize about 6.6% below the period average, and just 12.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Palakonda APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹1,950, with the average around ₹1,820. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In a nutshell, Maize was priced at this level in Palakonda APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.