In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Maize, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,740 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Maize today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,856
- Lowest Price Today₹8,738
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,740
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Maize rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.7% above the period average and just 12.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Maize rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹8,740 |
| 2 Jangipur APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Bhikangaon APMC | ₹2,460 |
| 5 Santhamaguluru APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 6 Agricultural Produce Market Committee Sillod APMC | ₹2,450 |
| 7 Addanki APMC | ₹2,430 |
| 8 Rompicherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Kustagi APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Kothagudem APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Etcherla APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Nandigama APMC | ₹2,330 |
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 ₹6,410 (275.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Maize prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,899. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,856 | ₹8,738 | ₹8,740 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,670 | ₹8,670 | ₹8,670 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,703 | ₹8,703 | ₹8,703 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,152 |
| 11 Jul | ₹7,905 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,601 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,323 | ₹8,323 | ₹8,323 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
The day's best Maize rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC set the pace for Maize. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.