Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,392 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,941
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,392
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
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.
This puts Groundnut about 7.8% below the period average, and just 26.8% 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
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
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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (26.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹5,025 and ₹10,100, with the average around ₹8,015. 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 | ₹7,941 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,392 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,558 | ₹7,100 | ₹8,331 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,073 | ₹7,073 | ₹7,073 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,322 | ₹9,322 | ₹9,322 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,008 | ₹7,008 | ₹7,008 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,611 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,525 | ₹8,525 | ₹8,525 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,778 | ₹7,778 | ₹7,778 |
| 20 Jun | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 | ₹10,100 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,571 | ₹5,025 | ₹5,638 |
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
Selling Groundnut well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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: Kanpur(Grain) APMC reported Groundnut at this level on 18 Oct 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.