Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Sirali APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Sirali APMC on Top Today
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₹2,450
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 17.1% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Sirali APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,092. 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 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,901 | ₹1,901 | ₹1,901 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 | ₹1,820 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,489 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,489 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,099 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,099 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,951 | ₹1,951 | ₹1,951 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,165 | ₹2,165 | ₹2,165 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 | ₹2,070 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,031 | ₹2,210 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,006 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,006 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,185 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,185 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,147 | ₹2,151 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,070 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,070 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,001 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,001 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Sirali APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.