With the 05 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Tobacco was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Tobacco range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tobacco about 15.6% above the period average, and just 28.0% 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
The table below lines up Tobacco rates across the markets that reported on 05 Sep 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 Jhansi APMC Leader | ₹21,500 |
| 2 Rampur APMC | ₹8,332 |
| 3 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹5,664 |
| 5 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹4,774 |
| 6 Kayamganj APMC | ₹3,325 |
| 7 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,709 |
| 8 Nawabganj APMC | ₹1,701 |
| 9 Rudauli APMC | ₹1,680 |
| 10 Devariya APMC | ₹1,050 |
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.
The ₹20,450 (1,947.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,717, with the average around ₹6,056. 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 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹5,026 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,378 | ₹5,112 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,842 | ₹6,842 | ₹6,842 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,023 | ₹7,506 | ₹7,774 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,922 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,743 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹2,891 | ₹5,978 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tobacco yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Tobacco at this level on 05 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.