In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,991 per quintal in Ballari APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Groundnut yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,219
- Lowest Price Today₹3,605
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,991
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Groundnut is about 1.9% above the period average, sitting just 46.7% 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 Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Taleja APMC Leader | ₹10,435 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 7 Modasa APMC | ₹9,180 |
| 8 Modasa(Tintoi) APMC | ₹9,005 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Kottur APMC | ₹8,913 |
| 12 Guntakal APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,935 (22.8%) 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, Groundnut prices at Ballari APMC ranged between ₹3,010 and ₹14,999, with the average around ₹7,840. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹10,219 | ₹3,605 | ₹7,991 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,639 | ₹4,506 | ₹7,575 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,389 | ₹6,119 | ₹8,773 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,557 | ₹4,009 | ₹8,387 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,350 | ₹3,669 | ₹8,151 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,459 | ₹3,569 | ₹8,076 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,296 | ₹4,669 | ₹8,452 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,299 | ₹3,014 | ₹7,969 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,304 | ₹3,010 | ₹8,152 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,424 | ₹3,100 | ₹6,059 |
| 02 Sep | ₹14,999 | ₹3,609 | ₹8,380 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,356 | ₹5,489 | ₹8,746 |
| 28 Aug | ₹10,275 | ₹3,209 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,295 | ₹3,069 | ₹7,225 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,419 | ₹5,001 | ₹8,519 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,319 | ₹3,669 | ₹8,216 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,191 | ₹6,195 | ₹8,405 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,269 | ₹4,069 | ₹8,452 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,075 | ₹5,666 | ₹8,068 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,666 | ₹4,569 | ₹7,399 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Groundnut rate at Ballari APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.