Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Maize was quoted at ₹2,538 per quintal in Shikaripura APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Maize markets.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
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₹2,790
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,538
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 3.7% above the period average, sitting just 26.4% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,739 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,714 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,664 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,650 |
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.
That ₹2,150 (81.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Maize prices at Shikaripura APMC ranged between ₹1,950 and ₹3,450, with the average around ₹2,447. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹3,150 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,919 |
| 07 Nov | ₹3,170 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,988 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,951 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,170 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,959 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,150 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,993 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,350 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,082 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,514 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,175 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,110 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,006 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,735 | ₹2,735 | ₹2,735 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,373 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,533 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,671 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,510 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,610 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,310 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,554 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,435 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,404 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Shikaripura APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.