Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Groundnut is about 0.1% below the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Groundnut rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (26.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,754. 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 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,850 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Groundnut yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Groundnut changed hands at this rate in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.