Turning to the 21 Jul 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹1,881 per quintal in Banapura APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Banapura 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₹1,881
- Lowest Price Today₹1,881
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,881
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 8.7% below the period average, and just 33.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 21 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuchinapudi APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,719 |
| 4 Pune APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Shrimushnam APMC | ₹2,684 |
| 6 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,630 |
| 7 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,629 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,625 |
| 9 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,597 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,578 |
| 11 Sangarapuram APMC | ₹2,551 |
| 12 Aruppukottai APMC | ₹2,525 |
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.
At ₹375 (14.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Banapura APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,807, with the average around ₹2,060. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,675 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,802 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,700 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 02 Nov | ₹2,804 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,771 |
| 01 Nov | ₹2,807 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,780 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,730 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,750 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,801 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,710 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,530 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,530 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,601 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,570 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 | ₹2,260 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,641 | ₹1,501 | ₹2,550 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,625 | ₹1,429 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Banapura APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.