Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Jalana APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Jalana 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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Deshi Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.9% above the period average and just 4.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,670 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Biaora APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 10 Thirumangalam APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,708 |
| 12 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
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.
The ₹5,970 (221.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Jalana APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,267. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,425 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,275 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,361 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,275 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,275 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,361 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,275 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,260 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,275 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,275 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,275 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,361 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,275 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,270 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Jalana APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.