Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Maize was quoted at ₹2,425 per quintal in Itarsi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Maize yards.
01What Put Itarsi APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,425
- Lowest Price Today₹1,805
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,425
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Maize about 6.6% above the period average, and just 14.5% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangeyam APMC Leader | ₹2,731 |
| 2 Veppur APMC | ₹2,695 |
| 3 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,693 |
| 4 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,663 |
| 5 Shamgarh APMC | ₹2,656 |
| 6 Thirukovilur APMC | ₹2,640 |
| 7 Kilpennathur APMC | ₹2,606 |
| 8 Jafarganj APMC | ₹2,602 |
| 9 Honnali APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Hanagal APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,568 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹163 (6.3%) 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 Itarsi APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,835, with the average around ₹2,274. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹2,835 | ₹2,555 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,825 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,830 | ₹2,076 | ₹2,700 |
| 02 Nov | ₹2,822 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,781 |
| 01 Nov | ₹2,781 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,781 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,783 | ₹2,514 | ₹2,771 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,741 | ₹2,485 | ₹2,721 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,711 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,670 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,671 | ₹2,451 | ₹2,615 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,590 | ₹2,270 | ₹2,520 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,521 | ₹1,726 | ₹2,521 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,458 | ₹1,726 | ₹2,420 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,420 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,541 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,351 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹1,360 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,625 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,576 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,561 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,491 | ₹1,505 | ₹2,395 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Maize, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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: Itarsi APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Aug 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.