Fresh mandi report straight to you: today's average Groundnut price is ₹6,970 per quintal, with a downward tone in the market. Farmers in can use these rates to decide when to sell.
Tamil Nadu (state average) Auction Report — September 15, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹7,269 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹6,671 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,970 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateTamil Nadu
The modal price is the rate at which the most produce was sold — the day's typical price. With today's average (₹6,970) close to the high (₹7,269), buyers are bidding well even for ordinary lots.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Where Is Groundnut Getting a Better Price?
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
Across these markets, Groundnut is dearest at Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹9,500) and cheapest at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹7,500) — a spread of ₹2,000/quintal (27%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Price Movement
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep 2026 | ₹7,269 | ₹6,671 | ₹6,970 |
| 14 Sep 2026 | ₹7,329 | ₹6,743 | ₹7,036 |
| 13 Sep 2026 | ₹7,304 | ₹6,734 | ₹7,019 |
| 12 Sep 2026 | ₹7,416 | ₹6,798 | ₹7,107 |
| 11 Sep 2026 | ₹7,381 | ₹6,840 | ₹7,111 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | ₹7,408 | ₹6,916 | ₹7,162 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹7,417 | ₹6,920 | ₹7,168 |
| 08 Sep 2026 | ₹7,276 | ₹6,746 | ₹7,011 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹7,404 | ₹6,853 | ₹7,129 |
| 06 Sep 2026 | ₹7,440 | ₹6,883 | ₹7,161 |
| 05 Sep 2026 | ₹7,492 | ₹6,916 | ₹7,204 |
| 04 Sep 2026 | ₹7,417 | ₹6,904 | ₹7,161 |
| 03 Sep 2026 | ₹7,400 | ₹6,848 | ₹7,124 |
| 02 Sep 2026 | ₹7,427 | ₹6,912 | ₹7,169 |
| 01 Sep 2026 | ₹7,410 | ₹6,858 | ₹7,134 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹7,373 | ₹6,871 | ₹7,122 |
| 30 Aug 2026 | ₹7,196 | ₹6,708 | ₹6,952 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | ₹7,276 | ₹6,742 | ₹7,009 |
| 28 Aug 2026 | ₹7,264 | ₹6,838 | ₹7,051 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | ₹7,163 | ₹6,686 | ₹6,925 |
For Farmers — When and How Much to Sell?
If you can hold your crop and today's ₹6,970 doesn't satisfy you, don't rush — over the last three months the price dipped to ₹6,671 and also climbed to ₹7,492. Patient, staggered selling tends to work better.
Wholesale Perspective — Buying Advice
For traders, today's action shows strong, orderly buying. A steady average (₹6,970) alongside the high (₹7,269) indicates real demand, not speculation. Keep an eye on arrivals and transport.