Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹5,696 per quintal in Kadapa APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Groundnut yards.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,319
- Lowest Price Today₹5,696
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,696
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
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.
Today's rate is about 16.2% below the period average and just 37.2% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kadapa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹9,682 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Challakere APMC | ₹8,636 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,501 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jalalabad APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Ballari APMC | ₹8,405 |
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 ₹1,277 (15.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Groundnut fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Kadapa APMC ranged between ₹1,569 and ₹9,066, with the average around ₹6,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹7,319 | ₹5,749 | ₹7,099 |
| 03 Nov | ₹7,616 | ₹6,266 | ₹6,266 |
| 31 Oct | ₹7,839 | ₹7,839 | ₹7,839 |
| 30 Oct | ₹8,416 | ₹6,416 | ₹6,759 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,719 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,009 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,930 | ₹5,630 | ₹7,930 |
| 26 Oct | ₹8,166 | ₹6,065 | ₹8,166 |
| 22 Oct | ₹7,779 | ₹4,599 | ₹5,059 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 | ₹7,340 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,429 | ₹5,429 | ₹5,429 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,869 | ₹4,669 | ₹7,009 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,176 | ₹3,696 | ₹6,429 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,066 | ₹5,669 | ₹8,269 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,046 | ₹4,619 | ₹7,399 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,896 | ₹6,097 | ₹7,159 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,897 | ₹6,029 | ₹6,466 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,359 | ₹2,566 | ₹8,359 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,089 | ₹5,066 | ₹6,759 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,569 | ₹2,646 | ₹6,926 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kadapa APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 17 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.