In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,280 per quintal in Dhoraji APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,755
- Lowest Price Today₹4,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,280
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Hybrid)
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 2.4% above the period average and just 11.6% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Paliakala APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Kurnool APMC | ₹8,266 |
| 10 Bapatla APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Gondal APMC | ₹8,080 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (43.8%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Dhoraji APMC ranged between ₹3,605 and ₹7,105, with the average around ₹6,132. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,755 | ₹4,250 | ₹6,280 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,805 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,630 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,580 | ₹4,805 | ₹6,255 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,655 | ₹5,005 | ₹6,005 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,655 | ₹5,580 | ₹6,180 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,955 | ₹5,030 | ₹6,405 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,005 | ₹5,755 | ₹6,905 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,930 | ₹5,405 | ₹6,455 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹5,380 | ₹6,255 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,430 | ₹5,305 | ₹6,430 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,080 | ₹5,480 | ₹7,080 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹5,330 | ₹5,880 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,105 | ₹5,905 | ₹6,980 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,255 | ₹4,855 | ₹5,355 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,280 | ₹4,330 | ₹5,505 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,505 | ₹3,605 | ₹5,555 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,430 | ₹4,255 | ₹6,255 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,230 | ₹4,505 | ₹5,530 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,555 | ₹4,580 | ₹5,855 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,580 | ₹5,055 | ₹5,555 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dhoraji APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 18 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.