As fresh arrivals settled on 13 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Penukonda APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Hybrid/Local)
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.
This puts Maize about 5.3% above the period average, and just 3.8% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Penukonda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajam APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Hiriyur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,821 |
| 9 Karpawand APMC | ₹2,780 |
| 10 Honnali APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,634 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,166 (82.2%) 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 Penukonda APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,374. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Maize was priced at this level in Penukonda APMC on 13 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.