In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,118 per quintal in Ballari APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Ballari APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,629
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,118
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 10.2% below the period average, and just 21.1% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ballari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega 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.
A spread of ₹2,830 (106.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹1,402 and ₹2,686, with the average around ₹2,359. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,629 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,118 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,539 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,455 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,329 | ₹2,329 | ₹2,329 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,671 | ₹2,671 | ₹2,671 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ballari APMC reported Maize at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.