Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Barad APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,195
- Lowest Price Today₹4,775
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day 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 10.7% above the period average and just 16.6% 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
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandhurna APMC Leader | ₹12,505 |
| 2 Prayagraj APMC | ₹11,950 |
| 3 APMC Amarawati APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Taleja APMC | ₹10,435 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Mirzapur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Modasa APMC | ₹9,180 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
The ₹3,325 (36.2%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Groundnut prices at Barad APMC ranged between ₹3,700 and ₹7,195, with the average around ₹5,418. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,675 | ₹3,755 | ₹5,675 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,195 | ₹4,775 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,900 | ₹4,280 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,925 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,925 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,591 | ₹4,591 | ₹4,591 |
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
Farmers comparing Groundnut rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Barad APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 16 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.