Turning to the 13 Oct 2026 APMC board, Tobacco was quoted at ₹1,618 per quintal in Aliganj APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tobacco markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,618
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 17.4% below the period average and just 83.0% 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
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kayamganj APMC | ₹5,593 |
| 3 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,618 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹5,882 (363.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tobacco prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹1,959. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹580 | ₹1,618 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹400 | ₹3,355 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,489 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,634 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹400 | ₹2,229 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,963 | ₹400 | ₹1,175 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,731 | ₹400 | ₹1,614 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,982 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,421 | ₹400 | ₹1,879 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹400 | ₹1,394 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹600 | ₹1,330 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹400 | ₹2,133 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,524 | ₹400 | ₹2,193 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹400 | ₹2,920 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹400 | ₹2,608 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,268 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹580 | ₹1,451 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,640 | ₹400 | ₹1,179 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,360 | ₹700 | ₹3,986 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,553 |
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
Before carting Tobacco to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Aliganj APMC posted this Tobacco rate on 13 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.