Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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 1.4% below the period average — just 6.3% 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 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandhurna APMC Leader | ₹12,505 |
| 2 Prayagraj APMC | ₹11,950 |
| 3 APMC Amarawati APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Taleja APMC | ₹10,435 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 10 Mirzapur APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 12 Modasa APMC | ₹9,180 |
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.
That ₹3,325 (36.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Groundnut fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,608. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹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
To wrap up, Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Groundnut rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.