In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Aliganj APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,029 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,029
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date20 Oct 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.
At this level, Tobacco is about 145.1% above the period average, sitting just 49.7% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aliganj APMC Leader | ₹5,029 |
| 2 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,295 |
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.
The ₹3,734 (288.4%) 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 ₹10,000, with the average around ₹2,052. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹5,029 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,485 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹700 | ₹7,142 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Tobacco rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Aliganj APMC led Tobacco on 20 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.