Looking at how the yards traded on 15 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Groundnut is about 0.1% below the period average — just 4.2% 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 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Baheri APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Urvakonda APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
That ₹1,500 (18.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Groundnut fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,757. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Groundnut, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Groundnut changed hands at this rate in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Aug 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.