Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in Amarawati APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Groundnut markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
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₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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 5.9% below the period average and just 11.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Amarawati APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Indore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Kurnool APMC | ₹8,266 |
| 10 Bapatla APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Gondal APMC | ₹8,080 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Amarawati APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,700, with the average around ₹7,283. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,331 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,431 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,450 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,356 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,262 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,931 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 06 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,481 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,264 | ₹7,382 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,550 | ₹7,363 | ₹7,406 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,450 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,356 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,262 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,881 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,400 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,331 |
| 22 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,264 | ₹7,382 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 19 Jun | ₹7,262 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,881 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
| 17 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,263 | ₹7,381 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Amarawati 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.