Reading today's price tape for 24 Aug 2026, Kanpur(Grain) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,400 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Tobacco, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹9,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Tobacco is about 110.3% above the period average, sitting right at 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kanpur(Grain) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanpur(Grain) APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,842 |
| 3 Ramanujganj APMC | ₹6,545 |
| 4 Risia APMC | ₹5,645 |
| 5 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹3,677 |
| 6 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,032 |
| 7 Sidhauli APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,821 |
| 9 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Nawabganj APMC | ₹1,291 |
| 11 Devariya APMC | ₹1,050 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹1,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
The ₹8,400 (840.0%) 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 Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹4,470. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,883 | ₹5,462 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,959 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,207 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹1,875 | ₹4,057 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹2,025 | ₹3,657 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,495 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,366 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tobacco yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kanpur(Grain) APMC led Tobacco on 24 Aug 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.