Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Groundnut, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Groundnut about 2.9% above the period average, and just 5.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Groundnut rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Mainpuri APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(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.
The ₹1,000 (13.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,257. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Groundnut on 23 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.