In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,041 per quintal in Agar APMC. This is one of several Maize rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Agar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,041
- Lowest Price Today₹2,041
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,041
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Maize is about 5.3% below the period average — just 15.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Agar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,739 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,714 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,650 |
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.
That ₹2,150 (81.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹1,272 and ₹2,410, with the average around ₹2,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 | ₹2,041 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,305 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,305 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,365 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,365 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,076 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,320 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,315 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,315 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,320 | ₹2,171 | ₹2,320 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,315 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,315 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,405 | ₹2,120 | ₹2,365 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,405 | ₹2,113 | ₹2,139 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,112 | ₹2,410 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,410 | ₹2,002 | ₹2,410 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,086 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹2,275 | ₹2,275 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,992 | ₹1,983 | ₹1,992 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,170 | ₹2,131 | ₹2,170 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Maize changed hands at this rate in Agar APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.