Across the reporting yards on 19 Oct 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tobacco rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 24.7% above the period average and just 21.8% 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
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandhurna APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹3,955 |
| 4 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,485 |
| 5 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,751 |
| 6 Saharanpur APMC | ₹1,000 |
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.
That ₹9,000 (900.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹6,095. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,530 | ₹9,530 | ₹9,530 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,397 | ₹6,397 | ₹6,397 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,720 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,632 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tobacco today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Tobacco 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.