Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹1,974 per quintal in Kasganj APMC. This is one of several Maize rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Maize Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,620
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,974
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Maize is about 3.2% above the period average, sitting just 24.7% 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
The table below lines up Maize rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kasganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bobbili APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Mumbai APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 Ranebennur APMC | ₹2,739 |
| 8 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,714 |
| 9 Gangavathi APMC | ₹2,689 |
| 10 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,664 |
| 11 Chinnasalem APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Husnabad APMC | ₹2,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,150 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kasganj APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹2,620, with the average around ₹1,912. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,620 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,974 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,058 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,943 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,027 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,047 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,009 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,947 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,987 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,935 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,913 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,924 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,974 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,961 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,115 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,910 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,920 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,927 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,936 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,090 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,921 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,045 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,907 |
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
Before carting Maize to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Maize stood at Kasganj APMC on 17 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.