In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sitmau APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Maize yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Sitmau 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₹2,306
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Maize is about 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.6% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Sitmau APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,306, with the average around ₹2,117. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,306 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,301 | ₹2,291 | ₹2,301 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,229 | ₹2,229 | ₹2,229 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,257 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,257 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,202 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,202 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,161 | ₹1,501 | ₹2,161 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,141 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,169 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,169 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,151 | ₹2,091 | ₹2,151 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,131 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,131 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,166 | ₹2,093 | ₹2,166 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,093 | ₹2,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,170 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,170 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,092 | ₹2,150 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,176 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,176 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,130 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,130 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,111 | ₹2,001 | ₹2,111 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,149 | ₹2,060 | ₹2,149 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,053 | ₹2,053 | ₹2,053 |
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 day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Sitmau 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.