In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,002 per quintal in Charra APMC. This is one of several Maize rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Maize arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,205
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,002
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Maize is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 13.0% 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
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pusapatirega APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 7 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,845 |
| 8 Ettayapuram APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 9 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,637 |
| 12 Nuzvid APMC | ₹2,600 |
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.
At ₹2,200 (84.6%), 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 Charra APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹1,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,205 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,002 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,225 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,041 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,240 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,140 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,024 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,040 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,968 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,097 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,078 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,033 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,120 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,013 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,080 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,013 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,120 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,018 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,006 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,015 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,976 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,968 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,984 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Charra APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.