Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in Basti APMC. This is one of several Tobacco rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Basti APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date19 Aug 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.
At this level, Tobacco is about 29.0% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rampur APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Kushinagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 4 Nawabganj APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Basti APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Kayamganj APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 7 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹2,206 |
| 8 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 9 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 ₹7,100 (710.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Tobacco prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹3,700 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹5,213. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,162 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,018 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 28 Jun | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 26 Jun | ₹6,850 | ₹6,605 | ₹6,746 |
| 17 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tobacco stood at Basti APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.