Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,311 per quintal in Gandhwani APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,342
- Lowest Price Today₹2,208
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,311
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 7.1% above the period average — just 3.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega 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 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,150 (81.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Gandhwani APMC ranged between ₹1,640 and ₹2,390, with the average around ₹2,157. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,208 | ₹2,311 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,325 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,208 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,358 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,301 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,160 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,180 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,180 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,240 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,325 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gandhwani APMC logged this Maize rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.