In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Muradabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMaize (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 22.6% above the period average and just 56.0% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
That ₹2,600 (118.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Maize fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Maize prices at Muradabad APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹1,794. 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 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,699 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,080 | ₹2,080 | ₹2,080 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,937 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,590 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,560 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,560 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 | ₹1,555 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Muradabad APMC posted this Maize rate on 16 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.