In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Groundnut range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Groundnut about 10.2% above the period average, and just 3.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Paliakala APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Indore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Kurnool APMC | ₹8,266 |
| 10 Bapatla APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Khamgaon APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Gondal APMC | ₹8,080 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,420 (42.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,579. 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 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,150 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Groundnut at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.