With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹1,870 per quintal in Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,870
- Lowest Price Today₹1,870
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,870
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 0.1% above the period average, and just 12.4% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Gondal APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹2,830 (106.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Kawai Salpura - Atru APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,135, with the average around ₹1,869. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,870 | ₹1,870 | ₹1,870 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,951 | ₹1,951 | ₹1,951 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,135 | ₹1,948 | ₹2,042 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 | ₹1,990 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 | ₹1,801 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,928 | ₹1,928 | ₹1,928 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,920 | ₹1,881 | ₹1,901 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,861 | ₹1,861 | ₹1,861 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,890 | ₹1,720 | ₹1,805 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,880 | ₹1,865 | ₹1,873 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kawai Salpura - Atru 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.