Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Merakamudidam APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Maize is about 0.3% above the period average — just 2.5% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Merakamudidam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 7 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,708 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,610 |
| 10 Hanagal APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Saluru APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
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 ₹2,220 (86.0%), 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 Merakamudidam APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,945. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Merakamudidam APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.