In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,052 per quintal in Pugal Road Grain APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Pugal Road Grain APMC on Top Today
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₹8,052
- Lowest Price Today₹8,052
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,052
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Groundnut rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Groundnut is about 11.2% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Modasa(Tintoi) APMC | ₹9,125 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Guntakal APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(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.
At ₹5,250 (61.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Groundnut prices at Pugal Road Grain APMC ranged between ₹6,625 and ₹8,052, with the average around ₹7,243. 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 | ₹8,052 | ₹8,052 | ₹8,052 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,301 | ₹6,801 | ₹7,051 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,625 | ₹6,625 | ₹6,625 |
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
The day's best Groundnut rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Groundnut stood at Pugal Road Grain APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.