In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,002 per quintal in Wazirganj APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Maize Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,050
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,002
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Maize about 6.3% above the period average, and just 6.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangeyam APMC Leader | ₹2,731 |
| 2 Veppur APMC | ₹2,695 |
| 3 Villupuram APMC | ₹2,693 |
| 4 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,663 |
| 5 Shamgarh APMC | ₹2,656 |
| 6 Thirukovilur APMC | ₹2,640 |
| 7 Kilpennathur APMC | ₹2,606 |
| 8 Jafarganj APMC | ₹2,602 |
| 9 Honnali APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Hanagal APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Kudchi APMC | ₹2,580 |
| 12 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,568 |
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.
That ₹163 (6.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Wazirganj APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,150, with the average around ₹1,883. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,025 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,010 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,960 | ₹1,994 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,921 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,920 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,901 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,911 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,960 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,911 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,907 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,905 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,925 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,902 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,907 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,905 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,910 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,901 |
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
Selling Maize well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Wazirganj APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.