From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Soanf was quoted at ₹8,791 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Soanf markets.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,791
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySoanf (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Soanf rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Soanf is about 12.2% above the period average, sitting just 58.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Soanf rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹33,581 |
| 2 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Vankaner APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 5 APMC HALVAD APMC | ₹12,400 |
| 6 Patan APMC | ₹11,905 |
| 7 Merta City APMC | ₹10,300 |
| 8 Todaraisingh APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Dhanera APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Varanasi APMC | ₹8,791 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Soanf.
A spread of ₹24,790 (282.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Soanf prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹7,835. 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 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,791 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,737 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹17,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,669 |
| 29 Jun | ₹21,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,144 |
| 28 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹8,262 | ₹8,262 | ₹8,262 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹8,100 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,593 |
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 Soanf, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Soanf rate at Varanasi APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.