From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Basti APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tobacco is about 12.3% above the period average, sitting just 18.9% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Basti APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Aliganj APMC | ₹4,182 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
The ₹1,818 (43.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Tobacco prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹3,700 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹5,345. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,018 |
| 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
The headline Tobacco rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, Basti APMC led Tobacco on 21 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.