In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,125 per quintal in APMC HALVAD APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Groundnut today.
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₹8,780
- Lowest Price Today₹6,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
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 3.3% above the period average and just 26.3% 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
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bhopal APMC Leader | ₹13,750 |
| 2 Taleja APMC | ₹11,050 |
| 3 Magroni APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Modasa APMC | ₹9,330 |
| 6 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Modasa(Tintoi) APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹5,250 (61.8%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at APMC HALVAD APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹11,025, with the average around ₹7,866. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,780 | ₹6,750 | ₹8,125 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,875 | ₹6,750 | ₹8,375 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,240 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,030 | ₹6,750 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,935 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,670 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,675 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,875 | ₹5,750 | ₹7,125 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹5,625 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,590 | ₹5,675 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,750 | ₹7,875 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,150 | ₹5,750 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,155 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,875 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,225 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,625 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,375 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,690 | ₹7,750 | ₹8,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,780 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,440 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,650 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,725 | ₹8,250 | ₹9,050 |
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
Going to the top Groundnut market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC HALVAD APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 17 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.