In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,614 per quintal in Kallakurichi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,659
- Lowest Price Today₹2,569
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,614
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.3% above the period average and just 4.5% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,715 |
| 10 Gondal APMC | ₹2,655 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,648 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,633 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹2,867 (108.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kallakurichi APMC ranged between ₹1,869 and ₹2,736, with the average around ₹2,460. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,659 | ₹2,569 | ₹2,614 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,569 | ₹2,569 | ₹2,569 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,596 | ₹2,496 | ₹2,546 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,549 | ₹2,519 | ₹2,534 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,589 | ₹2,449 | ₹2,519 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,666 | ₹2,475 | ₹2,571 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,626 | ₹2,529 | ₹2,578 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,617 | ₹2,509 | ₹2,563 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,536 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,503 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,619 | ₹2,409 | ₹2,514 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,679 | ₹2,499 | ₹2,589 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,686 | ₹2,469 | ₹2,578 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,736 | ₹2,586 | ₹2,661 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹2,549 | ₹2,585 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,626 | ₹2,429 | ₹2,528 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,589 | ₹2,527 | ₹2,558 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,539 | ₹2,059 | ₹2,299 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,535 | ₹2,437 | ₹2,486 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,489 | ₹2,473 | ₹2,481 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,490 | ₹2,436 | ₹2,463 |
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
The day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 05 Aug 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Kallakurichi 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.