Pulling together the 20 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,005 per quintal in Harpalpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,005
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,005
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Groundnut seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Groundnut is about 3.5% above the period average — just 3.1% 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 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Harpalpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Groundnut prices at Harpalpur APMC ranged between ₹5,005 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹5,804. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,005 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,005 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,155 | ₹6,103 | ₹6,155 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,480 | ₹5,165 | ₹5,480 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,495 | ₹5,199 | ₹5,495 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,489 | ₹5,005 | ₹5,489 |
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
Before carting Groundnut to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Groundnut changed hands at this rate in Harpalpur APMC on 20 Oct 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.