Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹7,300 per quintal in Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
At this level, Groundnut is about 3.3% below the period average, sitting just 8.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Sandila APMC | ₹8,148 |
| 8 Urvakonda APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹1,500 (18.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,553. 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 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Groundnut rate at Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.