With the 25 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,563 per quintal in Challakere APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What Put Challakere APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,756
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,563
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.3% above the period average and just 7.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Muradabad APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Gangavathi APMC | ₹3,040 |
| 8 Noida APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 10 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,756 |
| 12 Sathur APMC | ₹2,725 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹2,275 (83.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Challakere APMC ranged between ₹1,109 and ₹2,766, with the average around ₹2,506. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹2,756 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,563 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,658 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,510 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,766 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,554 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,543 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,680 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,546 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,639 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,537 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹2,340 | ₹2,598 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,686 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,581 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,668 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,599 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,626 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,529 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,509 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,443 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,586 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,638 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,530 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,668 | ₹2,205 | ₹2,564 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,601 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,486 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,280 | ₹1,109 | ₹2,182 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 25 Aug 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Challakere APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.