In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Fish was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Fish Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Fish about 2.9% below the period average, and just 11.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Fish rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC Leader | ₹45,000 |
| 2 Melaghar APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Bachaibari APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 5 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 6 Sonamura APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 7 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Masli APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Teliamura APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 10 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Kicchha APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Fish.
The ₹37,000 (462.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹4,120. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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 Fish 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Fish was priced at this level in Varanasi APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.