Checking the day's mandi numbers for 28 Jul 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹6,125 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tobacco yards.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
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₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,125
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date28 Jul 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.
Right now Tobacco is about 0.4% above the period average — just 37.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Amroha APMC Leader | ₹6,879 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,125 |
| 3 Gadaura APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Azamgarh APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 5 Nawabganj APMC | ₹3,961 |
| 6 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,836 |
| 8 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹1,530 |
| 9 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,492 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
A spread of ₹5,387 (361.2%) 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, Tobacco prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,717, with the average around ₹6,103. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,717 | ₹9,717 | ₹9,717 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,254 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,584 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹6,525 | ₹6,762 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,125 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,687 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,040 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹6,917 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,433 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,129 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,068 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,195 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹5,725 | ₹6,311 |
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
Before carting Tobacco to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Tobacco rate on 28 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.