In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Badwani APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 13.3% below the period average, sitting just 30.7% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barabanki APMC Leader | ₹8,768 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹8,739 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹8,691 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹8,688 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 6 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Agra APMC | ₹4,367 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
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.
The ₹5,868 (202.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Badwani APMC ranged between ₹1,350 and ₹2,310, with the average around ₹1,845. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,310 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,770 | ₹1,770 | ₹1,770 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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 day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Badwani APMC on 22 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.