In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.9% above the period average and just 42.5% 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
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 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹17,401, with the average around ₹9,441. 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 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,758 | ₹7,758 | ₹7,758 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,121 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,525 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,797 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,100 | ₹9,381 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹8,001 | ₹8,774 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,150 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,759 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,886 | ₹7,215 | ₹8,863 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,170 | ₹8,373 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,324 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,405 | ₹7,310 | ₹7,358 |
| 31 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,700 | ₹10,841 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,262 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,401 | ₹17,401 | ₹17,401 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,235 | ₹7,120 | ₹9,682 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,483 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,233 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,220 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lucknow APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 18 Oct 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.