In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, Fish was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (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.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 11.1% 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
The table below lines up Fish rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bachaibari APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Karanjia APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Ziro APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Silachhari APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 5 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kasganj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Prayagraj APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sirsa APMC | ₹3,200 |
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 ₹26,800 (837.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Fish fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Fish prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹4,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹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
For Fish, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Fish rate on 05 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.