Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Aliganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,780 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,677
- Lowest Price Today₹1,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,780
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Aug 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 184.7% above the period average — just 35.8% 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
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aliganj APMC Leader | ₹5,780 |
| 2 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,825 |
| 3 Saharanpur APMC | ₹1,003 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
The ₹4,777 (476.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹2,030. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹7,677 | ₹1,350 | ₹5,780 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹600 | ₹3,133 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,312 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹500 | ₹2,090 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹400 | ₹1,681 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,756 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹400 | ₹2,132 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,042 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,370 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,380 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,860 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,125 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,974 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹950 | ₹2,120 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,868 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹600 | ₹1,342 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,755 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,621 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹600 | ₹1,774 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,445 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹700 | ₹2,944 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,954 | ₹600 | ₹2,836 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tobacco found its strongest bid at Aliganj APMC on 16 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.