Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,290 per quintal in Lasalgaon APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,390
- Lowest Price Today₹2,099
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,290
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
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.
At this level, Maize is about 0.4% above the period average, sitting just 4.5% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lasalgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹163 (6.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Lasalgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,001 and ₹2,399, with the average around ₹2,282. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,390 | ₹2,099 | ₹2,290 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,353 | ₹2,101 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,341 | ₹1,901 | ₹2,201 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,301 | ₹2,280 | ₹2,298 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,271 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,271 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,302 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,286 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,338 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,357 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,271 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,377 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,001 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,391 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,251 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,375 | ₹2,251 | ₹2,291 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,311 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,251 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,344 | ₹2,344 | ₹2,344 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,311 | ₹2,233 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,326 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹2,175 | ₹2,360 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,399 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,375 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Lasalgaon 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.