Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Rajula APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Groundnut markets.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Groundnut rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Groundnut is about 2.9% below the period average — just 18.6% 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
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹9,682 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Challakere APMC | ₹8,636 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,501 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jalalabad APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Ballari APMC | ₹8,405 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
A spread of ₹1,277 (15.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Rajula APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,760, with the average around ₹5,667. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,010 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,755 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 | ₹5,905 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,752 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹6,125 | ₹6,125 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹6,255 | ₹6,255 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,812 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,627 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,125 | ₹5,450 | ₹5,787 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,450 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,125 | ₹6,125 | ₹6,125 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Going to the top Groundnut market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Groundnut changed hands at this rate in Rajula APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.