In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹5,492 per quintal in Ganj Dundwara APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Tobacco today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,355
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,492
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Tobacco about 109.3% above the period average, and just 50.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tobacco rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ganj Dundwara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹9,530 |
| 2 Risia APMC | ₹5,645 |
| 3 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹5,492 |
| 4 Sidhauli APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Aliganj APMC | ₹3,273 |
| 6 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹3,190 |
| 7 Kayamganj APMC | ₹2,582 |
| 8 Nawabganj APMC | ₹2,163 |
| 9 Bharthna APMC | ₹2,121 |
| 10 Mehmoodabad APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 11 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.
At ₹8,530 (853.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tobacco matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tobacco prices at Ganj Dundwara APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹2,624. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,355 | ₹1,400 | ₹6,877 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,355 | ₹400 | ₹5,492 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,355 | ₹1,400 | ₹5,121 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,356 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,853 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,348 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,375 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,951 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹450 | ₹1,253 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,431 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,016 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,621 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,992 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,765 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,872 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,669 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,710 | ₹500 | ₹3,433 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,710 | ₹1,800 | ₹5,831 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,426 | ₹400 | ₹2,493 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,710 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,379 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Tobacco was priced at this level in Ganj Dundwara APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.