Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Penukonda APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Penukonda APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Local)
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.
Right now Groundnut is about 4.9% above the period average — just 6.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Groundnut rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Penukonda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Kamalapuram APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
The ₹1,000 (13.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Penukonda APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,151. 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 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
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 Groundnut rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Penukonda APMC logged this Groundnut rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.