In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,517 per quintal in Lalitpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,517
- Lowest Price Today₹7,517
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,517
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.6% above the period average and just 1.1% 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
The table below lines up Groundnut rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalitpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Sandila APMC | ₹8,148 |
| 8 Urvakonda APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Lalitpur APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹6,447. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹7,517 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,517 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,535 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,523 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,517 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,517 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,574 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,572 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,517 | ₹7,544 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,304 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,510 | ₹5,952 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,535 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,550 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,534 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,515 | ₹5,562 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
The day's best Groundnut rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Lalitpur APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 16 Aug 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.