In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Sweet Saag was quoted at ₹16,700 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Saag Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,800
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,700
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Saag (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.
Today's rate is about 2.2% below the period average and just 57.2% 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 Sweet Saag rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 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 Kanpur(Grain) APMC Leader | ₹17,200 |
| 2 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹16,700 |
| 4 Prayagraj APMC | ₹15,402 |
| 5 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹14,805 |
| 6 SMY Santoshgarh APMC | ₹1,150 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹16,050 (1,395.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Saag prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹16,500 and ₹39,000, with the average around ₹17,071. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹16,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹18,350 | ₹17,350 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹39,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,601 |
| 14 Oct | ₹17,900 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,831 |
| 13 Oct | ₹23,500 | ₹16,900 | ₹19,510 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,804 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹17,950 | ₹16,600 | ₹17,355 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,400 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,780 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,632 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 | ₹16,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,085 |
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 headline Sweet Saag rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Sweet Saag 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.