In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Datia APMC. This is one of several Groundnut rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
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.
Today's rate is about 4.6% below the period average and just 10.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Saharanpur APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Lucknow APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹2,100 (26.3%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Groundnut prices at Datia APMC ranged between ₹4,505 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹6,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹4,505 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,350 | ₹6,350 | ₹6,350 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,290 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Groundnut yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Datia APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.