Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,705 per quintal in Babra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,860
- Lowest Price Today₹7,555
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,705
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.1% above the period average and just 2.5% 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
The table below lines up Groundnut rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Babra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 6 Modasa APMC | ₹9,180 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Kottur APMC | ₹8,913 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Guntakal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Najibabad APMC | ₹8,376 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
The ₹1,124 (13.4%) 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 Babra APMC ranged between ₹5,525 and ₹7,905, with the average around ₹6,413. 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 Oct | ₹7,860 | ₹7,555 | ₹7,705 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,905 | ₹7,650 | ₹7,775 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,615 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,130 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,505 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,350 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,275 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,875 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,350 | ₹5,650 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,925 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,650 | ₹6,025 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,225 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹5,550 | ₹6,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,675 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,360 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹5,525 | ₹6,060 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,525 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,160 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,525 | ₹5,750 | ₹6,135 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,625 | ₹5,960 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,375 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,750 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,400 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,450 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,450 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,275 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Groundnut traded at this rate in Babra APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.