Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,964 per quintal in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
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₹2,150
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,964
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.7% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹2,710 |
| 8 Gondal APMC | ₹2,705 |
| 9 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,701 |
| 10 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Veppur APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 12 Honnali APMC | ₹2,670 |
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.
At ₹2,830 (106.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Maize matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹2,150, with the average around ₹1,930. 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 | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,924 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,964 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,988 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,920 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,910 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,853 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,939 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,916 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,852 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,906 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,860 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,066 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,055 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,080 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,898 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,045 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,961 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,922 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,074 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,883 |
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
When picking where to sell Maize, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Maize rate at Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC on 18 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.