In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,350 per quintal in Karhi APMC. This is one of several Maize rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,350
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 8.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.1% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karhi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Veppur APMC Leader | ₹2,695 |
| 2 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,693 |
| 3 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,663 |
| 4 Shamgarh APMC | ₹2,656 |
| 5 Thirukovilur APMC | ₹2,640 |
| 6 Kilpennathur APMC | ₹2,606 |
| 7 Jafarganj APMC | ₹2,602 |
| 8 Honnali APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 9 Hanagal APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 11 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,568 |
| 12 Talod APMC | ₹2,557 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
That ₹138 (5.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Karhi APMC ranged between ₹1,351 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,550 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,351 | ₹1,351 | ₹1,351 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,275 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,305 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,305 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,180 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,010 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,125 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,125 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,155 | ₹2,155 | ₹2,155 |
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
The headline Maize rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Karhi APMC on 21 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.