In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Jul 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Tobacco yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tobacco arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Tobacco rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Tobacco about 7.1% above the period average, and just 33.1% 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
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Akbarpur APMC Leader | ₹8,609 |
| 2 Varanasi APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Nawabganj APMC | ₹3,268 |
| 4 Tanda Akbarpur APMC | ₹2,538 |
| 5 Jalalabad APMC | ₹2,080 |
| 6 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 7 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,444 |
| 8 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,332 |
| 9 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.
That ₹7,609 (760.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,717, with the average around ₹6,068. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹9,717 | ₹9,717 | ₹9,717 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,254 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,584 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,350 | ₹6,525 | ₹6,762 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,125 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,687 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,040 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹6,917 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,433 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,129 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,068 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,195 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹5,725 | ₹6,311 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹5,986 |
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
Selling Tobacco well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Tobacco at this level on 16 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.