Across the reporting yards on 22 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,584 per quintal in Jafarganj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Maize range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,640
- Lowest Price Today₹2,490
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,584
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.8% above the period average and just 2.1% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jafarganj 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
The ₹5,868 (202.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Jafarganj APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,640, with the average around ₹2,332. 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 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,584 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,602 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,566 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,547 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,423 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,575 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,532 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,475 | ₹2,435 | ₹2,456 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,435 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,402 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,338 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,346 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,960 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,313 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,338 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,320 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,340 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,136 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,346 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,320 | ₹2,328 |
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
For Maize, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jafarganj APMC posted this Maize rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.