As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Groundnut rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 2.9% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Sandila APMC | ₹8,148 |
| 8 Urvakonda APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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 ₹1,500 (18.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Groundnut fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,791. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Groundnut rate on 16 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.