Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,051 per quintal in Guna APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,051
- Lowest Price Today₹1,875
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,051
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 3.8% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Gondal APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
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 ₹2,830 (106.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Guna APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,375, with the average around ₹1,975. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,051 | ₹1,875 | ₹2,051 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,575 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,680 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,910 | ₹1,910 | ₹1,910 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,175 | ₹1,905 | ₹2,175 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,160 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,160 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,915 | ₹1,780 | ₹1,915 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,815 | ₹1,555 | ₹1,815 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,560 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,955 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,955 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,935 | ₹1,935 | ₹1,935 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,660 | ₹1,465 | ₹1,660 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,915 | ₹1,505 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,940 | ₹1,830 | ₹1,940 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Guna APMC on 18 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.