With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,450 per quintal in Dhragradhra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Dhragradhra APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,955
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (M-37)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Groundnut about 23.0% above the period average, and just 6.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandhurna APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 APMC Amarawati APMC | ₹10,755 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Modasa APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 7 Modasa(Tintoi) APMC | ₹9,225 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (41.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Groundnut fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Dhragradhra APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹6,955 | ₹8,450 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,210 | ₹6,990 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,375 | ₹6,570 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,650 | ₹6,870 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,475 | ₹6,755 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,560 | ₹7,550 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,405 | ₹6,950 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,360 | ₹6,630 | ₹7,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,125 | ₹8,125 | ₹8,125 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,025 | ₹6,025 | ₹6,025 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,485 | ₹6,485 | ₹6,485 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,505 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,670 | ₹6,670 | ₹6,670 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Groundnut, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dhragradhra APMC reported Groundnut at this level on 21 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.