Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
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 0.6% below the period average and just 3.6% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 7 Bapatla APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Kopaganj APMC | ₹8,235 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Urvakonda 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.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,790. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Groundnut today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.