From today's trading desk on 22 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,205 per quintal in Khair APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,225
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,205
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 20.3% above the period average, sitting just 0.9% 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 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khair APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barabanki APMC Leader | ₹8,768 |
| 2 Noida APMC | ₹8,739 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹8,691 |
| 4 Banthara APMC | ₹8,688 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,650 |
| 6 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Agra APMC | ₹4,367 |
| 11 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹5,868 (202.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Khair APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,225, with the average around ₹1,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,225 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,205 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,069 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,120 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,074 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,056 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,083 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,048 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,076 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,009 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,961 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,710 | ₹1,710 | ₹1,710 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,886 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,947 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,908 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,791 |
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
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Khair APMC on 22 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.