As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Groundnut markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Groundnut rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.2% above the period average and right at 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 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(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.
The ₹2,100 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Groundnut prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,983. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut traded at this rate in Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.