In today's crop-price rundown for 24 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. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Groundnut leader.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
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
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Rayachoti APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Kamalapuram APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (13.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,261. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Groundnut, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Groundnut on 24 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.