Reading today's price tape for 04 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,659 per quintal in Ballari APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,659
- Lowest Price Today₹2,659
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,659
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 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 12.4% above the period average, sitting just 1.0% short of 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Lingasugur APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Dhamnod APMC | ₹2,704 |
| 11 Gadarwara(F&V) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,686 |
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 ₹2,814 (104.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,402 and ₹2,686, with the average around ₹2,366. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,686 | ₹2,439 | ₹2,510 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,659 | ₹2,659 | ₹2,659 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,639 | ₹2,639 | ₹2,639 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,469 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,469 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,286 | ₹1,959 | ₹2,123 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,315 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,202 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,666 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,555 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,626 | ₹2,401 | ₹2,365 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,636 | ₹2,636 | ₹2,636 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,509 | ₹2,509 | ₹2,509 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,630 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,526 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,631 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,522 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,250 | ₹1,402 | ₹1,639 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,271 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,185 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,266 | ₹2,172 | ₹2,206 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,151 | ₹1,822 | ₹2,050 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Ballari APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.