In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,191 per quintal in Harsood APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
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₹2,191
- Lowest Price Today₹2,191
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,191
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
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 6.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.9% 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 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 Hanagal APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Honnali APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,568 |
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 ₹163 (6.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Harsood APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,211, with the average around ₹2,058. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,191 | ₹2,191 | ₹2,191 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,211 | ₹2,211 | ₹2,211 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,101 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,101 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,099 | ₹2,099 | ₹2,099 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,151 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,151 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,151 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,026 | ₹2,151 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,999 | ₹1,999 | ₹1,999 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,101 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,121 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,121 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,141 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,141 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,131 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,131 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,071 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,071 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,020 | ₹1,911 | ₹2,001 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
All told, this is where Maize stood at Harsood APMC on 21 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.