With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Fish was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Fish range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Fish Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityFish (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Fish rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 68.9% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Fish rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bachaibari APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹23,200 |
| 3 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 5 Azamgarh APMC | ₹8,052 |
| 6 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Maholi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Jangipura APMC | ₹2,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Fish.
That ₹28,000 (1,400.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Fish fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Fish prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,144. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Fish, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Fish traded at this rate in Varanasi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.