In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Varanasi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tobacco, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,400 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Tobacco today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tobacco Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tobacco rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.4% below the period average and just 44.4% 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
The table below lines up Tobacco rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹5,400 |
| 2 Aliganj APMC | ₹2,357 |
| 3 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,617 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,783 (234.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tobacco fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tobacco prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,717, with the average around ₹6,097. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 | ₹7,150 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Tobacco rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 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.