Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹4,669 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kesamudram APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,669
- Lowest Price Today₹4,669
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,669
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Groundnut about 27.0% below the period average, and just 42.6% 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
This table ranks Groundnut rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹9,682 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Challakere APMC | ₹8,636 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jalalabad APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Ballari APMC | ₹8,405 |
| 12 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
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.
At ₹1,382 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Groundnut prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹4,669 and ₹8,129, with the average around ₹6,399. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,669 | ₹4,669 | ₹4,669 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,129 | ₹8,129 | ₹8,129 |
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
For Groundnut, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Groundnut was priced at this level in Kesamudram APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.