Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Urvakonda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Groundnut is about 9.1% above the period average — just 11.1% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Urvakonda 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Urvakonda APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
The ₹1,900 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Urvakonda APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,336. 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 | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,800 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Urvakonda APMC logged this Groundnut rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.