In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,565 per quintal in Vikkiravandi APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Maize markets.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,649
- Lowest Price Today₹2,480
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,565
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 10.8% above the period average, sitting just 3.2% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,739 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,714 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,664 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹2,150 (81.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Vikkiravandi APMC ranged between ₹1,829 and ₹2,649, with the average around ₹2,314. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,649 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,565 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹2,369 | ₹2,495 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,619 | ₹2,589 | ₹2,604 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,609 | ₹2,299 | ₹2,454 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,631 | ₹2,370 | ₹2,501 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,564 | ₹2,209 | ₹2,387 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,619 | ₹2,389 | ₹2,504 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,530 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,229 | ₹2,390 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,309 | ₹2,420 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹2,269 | ₹2,370 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,591 | ₹2,003 | ₹2,297 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,299 | ₹2,434 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,569 | ₹2,219 | ₹2,394 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹2,169 | ₹2,336 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,520 | ₹1,999 | ₹2,260 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,414 | ₹2,169 | ₹2,292 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,139 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,339 | ₹2,179 | ₹2,259 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,386 | ₹2,069 | ₹2,228 |
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
Going to the top Maize market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Maize stood at Vikkiravandi APMC on 17 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.