In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,951 per quintal in Islam Nagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,960
- Lowest Price Today₹1,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,951
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 6.3% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Islam Nagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,670 |
| 2 Bengaluru APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Biaora APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,802 |
| 10 Thirumangalam APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,708 |
| 12 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Maize.
At ₹5,970 (221.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Islam Nagar APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,835. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,960 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,951 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,917 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,853 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,856 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,875 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,853 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,852 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,944 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,857 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,894 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,876 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,868 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Islam Nagar APMC on 19 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.