With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Maize was quoted at ₹2,389 per quintal in Manalurpet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Manalurpet APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,619
- Lowest Price Today₹2,158
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,389
- 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 2.9% above the period average and just 10.2% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
A spread of ₹163 (6.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Manalurpet APMC ranged between ₹1,626 and ₹2,660, with the average around ₹2,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,653 | ₹2,478 | ₹2,566 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,619 | ₹2,158 | ₹2,389 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,387 | ₹2,479 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,609 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,489 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹2,314 | ₹2,458 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,309 | ₹2,467 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,213 | ₹2,419 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹1,626 | ₹2,126 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,660 | ₹2,387 | ₹2,524 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,178 | ₹2,352 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,509 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,360 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,405 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,568 | ₹2,258 | ₹2,413 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,258 | ₹2,414 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,609 | ₹2,356 | ₹2,483 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,469 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,609 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,310 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,549 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,380 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,589 | ₹2,178 | ₹2,384 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,453 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,232 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Maize yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Maize traded at this rate in Manalurpet 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.