Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Aliganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,095 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,095
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 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.
At this level, Tobacco is about 43.9% below the period average, sitting just 88.5% 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
The table below lines up Tobacco rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Aliganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aliganj APMC Leader | ₹1,095 |
| 2 Kayamganj APMC | ₹587 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
The ₹508 (86.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Tobacco prices at Aliganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹1,953. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,095 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹650 | ₹2,126 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,490 | ₹400 | ₹3,273 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,990 | ₹400 | ₹1,667 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,425 | ₹550 | ₹1,833 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,329 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Tobacco market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, Aliganj APMC led Tobacco on 18 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.