In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,469 per quintal in Avalurpet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,469
- Lowest Price Today₹2,469
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,469
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 7.2% above the period average, sitting just 8.4% 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 Avalurpet 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹163 (6.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Maize prices at Avalurpet APMC ranged between ₹1,219 and ₹2,696, with the average around ₹2,304. 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 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,469 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,639 | ₹2,639 | ₹2,639 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,696 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,533 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,659 | ₹2,659 | ₹2,659 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,219 | ₹1,219 | ₹1,219 |
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
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 Avalurpet 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.