Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,336 per quintal in Khategaon APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Maize today.
01What Put Khategaon APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,336
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,336
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Maize is about 7.3% above the period average, sitting right at 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khategaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,781 |
| 9 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Veppur APMC | ₹2,692 |
| 11 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,643 |
| 12 Avalurpet APMC | ₹2,639 |
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 ₹2,161 (81.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Khategaon APMC ranged between ₹656 and ₹2,336, with the average around ₹2,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,336 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,336 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,170 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,170 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,336 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,336 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,327 | ₹901 | ₹2,327 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,251 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,251 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,061 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,111 | ₹1,301 | ₹2,111 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,268 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,268 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹2,140 | ₹2,270 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,126 | ₹2,126 | ₹2,126 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,129 | ₹1,961 | ₹2,097 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,185 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,115 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,999 | ₹2,180 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,220 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹2,190 | ₹2,260 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,247 | ₹2,090 | ₹2,247 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,271 | ₹656 | ₹2,271 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,218 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,218 |
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
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 Khategaon APMC on 20 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.