In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Big (With Shell))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.9% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Pallikonda(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.
The ₹2,000 (26.7%) 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 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Groundnut rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Groundnut rate on 18 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.