Reading today's price tape for 29 Aug 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Kayamganj APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,548
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tobacco is about 42.8% above the period average, sitting just 86.8% 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
The table below lines up Tobacco rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kayamganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ayodhya APMC Leader | ₹6,950 |
| 2 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹6,520 |
| 3 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹3,903 |
| 4 Kayamganj APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 5 Nawabganj APMC | ₹2,141 |
| 6 Prayagraj APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹1,589 |
| 8 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,274 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,677 (445.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Kayamganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹1,855. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹8,548 | ₹400 | ₹2,650 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,030 | ₹600 | ₹1,103 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,871 | ₹600 | ₹3,316 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,560 | ₹600 | ₹3,107 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,850 | ₹400 | ₹1,931 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹400 | ₹1,821 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,280 | ₹500 | ₹2,244 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹400 | ₹1,421 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,250 | ₹400 | ₹1,777 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,260 | ₹400 | ₹2,004 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,300 | ₹400 | ₹2,527 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹400 | ₹2,313 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,065 | ₹400 | ₹2,482 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,008 | ₹500 | ₹2,186 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,065 | ₹450 | ₹2,257 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,270 | ₹700 | ₹3,027 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹400 | ₹1,893 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,709 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,902 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹400 | ₹1,842 |
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 Tobacco rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tobacco stood at Kayamganj APMC on 29 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.