In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Alangeyam APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,731 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,741
- Lowest Price Today₹2,720
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,731
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.0% above the period average and just 4.6% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Alangeyam 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 Honnali APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Hanagal 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Alangeyam APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹2,862, with the average around ₹2,651. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,701 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,693 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,701 | ₹2,685 | ₹2,693 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,853 | ₹2,736 | ₹2,795 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,862 | ₹2,853 | ₹2,858 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,853 | ₹2,840 | ₹2,847 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,853 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,842 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,822 | ₹2,817 | ₹2,820 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,805 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,788 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,805 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,753 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,771 | ₹2,720 | ₹2,746 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,803 | ₹2,771 | ₹2,787 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,803 | ₹2,771 | ₹2,787 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,803 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,787 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,830 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,815 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,830 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,810 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,830 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,790 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,830 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,765 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,820 | ₹2,808 | ₹2,814 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,796 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,788 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,796 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,788 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Alangeyam APMC set the pace for Maize. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.