From today's trading desk on 24 Aug 2026, Tobacco was quoted at ₹6,842 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Tobacco Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,842
- Lowest Price Today₹6,842
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,842
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityTobacco (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tobacco is about 11.9% above the period average, sitting just 29.6% short of 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
Here's how Tobacco rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 | ₹2,953 |
| 6 Aliganj APMC | ₹1,945 |
| 7 Kayamganj APMC | ₹1,821 |
| 8 Nawabganj APMC | ₹1,291 |
| 9 Devariya APMC | ₹1,050 |
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.
The ₹8,350 (795.2%) 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 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 ₹6,116. 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 | ₹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 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tobacco stood at Varanasi APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.