In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Divai 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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Maize is about 0.8% below the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajam APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 3 Ponduru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Addanki APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 6 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 7 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,376 |
| 8 Nandigama APMC | ₹2,310 |
| 9 Bahraich APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Khargone APMC | ₹2,259 |
| 11 Muradabad APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹2,200 |
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.
The ₹2,600 (118.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Divai APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,110, with the average around ₹1,915. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,110 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,915 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,110 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,984 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,915 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,970 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,911 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,922 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,939 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,972 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,983 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,933 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,903 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,901 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,910 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,969 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,925 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Divai APMC on 16 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.