Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Sagar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Maize markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Maize about 15.4% above the period average, and right at 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chipurupalli APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 7 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 8 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
| 11 Beawar APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,647 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹2,154 (81.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Maize prices at Sagar APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,733. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,805 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,805 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,605 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,765 | ₹1,765 | ₹1,765 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 | ₹1,715 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,565 | ₹1,565 | ₹1,565 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sagar APMC reported Maize at this level on 18 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.