With the 18 Jul 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Parola APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,101
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityMaize (Yellow)
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 10.5% below the period average, and just 21.7% short of 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 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Noida APMC Leader | ₹8,694 |
| 2 Dadri APMC | ₹8,608 |
| 3 Agra APMC | ₹4,358 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹4,304 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 8 The Agricultural Produce Market Committee-Amreli APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 9 Dahod APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Bagalkot APMC | ₹2,591 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,580 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,114 (237.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Maize prices at Parola APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,011. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jul | ₹2,101 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,185 | ₹2,185 | ₹2,185 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,171 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 | ₹1,925 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,012 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,012 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Maize was priced at this level in Parola APMC on 18 Jul 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.