As the 27 Jun 2026 session wrapped up, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,400 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Tobacco, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Jun 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.
Today's rate is about 24.0% above the period average and just 23.8% 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 27 Jun 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹7,400 |
| 2 Ahirora APMC | ₹6,510 |
| 3 Akbarpur APMC | ₹5,631 |
| 4 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Nawabganj APMC | ₹3,132 |
| 7 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,697 |
| 9 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,403 |
| 10 Devariya APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Ganj Dundwara APMC | ₹952 |
| 12 Saharanpur APMC | ₹800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tobacco.
That ₹6,600 (825.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,717, with the average around ₹5,968. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,720 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,632 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹5,026 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,378 | ₹5,112 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,842 | ₹6,842 | ₹6,842 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,023 | ₹7,506 | ₹7,774 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,922 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,743 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹2,891 | ₹5,978 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 27 Jun 2026, Varanasi APMC set the pace for Tobacco. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.