Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Groundnut was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 18.4% above the period average and just 10.0% 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
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Groundnut prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,601. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Selling Groundnut well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut traded at this rate in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.