In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Groundnut arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Groundnut is about 4.9% below the period average — just 21.5% 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
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
A spread of ₹1,500 (18.8%) 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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,361. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
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 headline Groundnut rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Groundnut changed hands at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 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.