Based on what the markets reported on 31 Jul 2026, Tobacco climbed 8.30% in a single session, with the modal rate pushing up to ₹1,642 per quintal. Spikes this fast often mean short supply running into firm demand.
01What Put Kayamganj APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,051
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,642
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tobacco rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Tobacco is about 6.3% below the period average — just 87.8% 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
This table ranks Tobacco rates across active mandis for 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanujganj APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Bilaspur APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Rampur APMC | ₹5,280 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Gadaura APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Sidhauli APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 7 Jashpur APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,949 |
| 9 Nawabganj APMC | ₹2,817 |
| 10 Ballia APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,774 |
| 12 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹1,738 |
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 ₹6,262 (360.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Kayamganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹13,500, with the average around ₹1,752. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,779 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,051 | ₹400 | ₹1,642 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,178 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,025 | ₹400 | ₹1,324 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹400 | ₹1,492 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,389 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹400 | ₹1,215 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹400 | ₹1,969 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹400 | ₹2,137 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,850 | ₹400 | ₹1,861 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,010 | ₹400 | ₹1,702 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,100 | ₹400 | ₹1,566 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹450 | ₹1,694 |
| 19 Jul | ₹12,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,389 |
| 18 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,552 |
| 17 Jul | ₹11,300 | ₹500 | ₹1,992 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,444 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,319 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,920 | ₹400 | ₹1,704 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,321 |
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
For Tobacco, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line, Tobacco spiked on 31 Jul 2026. A day or two of follow-through data will tell you if this is a real shift or a one-session pop.
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.