In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Bareilly APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,135 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Tobacco, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,135
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date17 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 4.0% below the period average and just 8.9% 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
This table ranks Tobacco rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bareilly APMC Leader | ₹8,135 |
| 2 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹6,877 |
| 3 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Nawabganj APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,126 |
| 7 Shikohabad APMC | ₹2,040 |
| 8 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,722 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
That ₹6,413 (372.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Tobacco prices at Bareilly APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹8,932, with the average around ₹8,475. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,135 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,932 | ₹8,484 | ₹8,815 |
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Bareilly APMC set the pace for Tobacco. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.