Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Ayodhya APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Groundnut today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Groundnut rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Groundnut is about 7.5% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Groundnut rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kalyandurg APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 8 Kurnool APMC | ₹8,266 |
| 9 Bapatla APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Gondal APMC | ₹8,080 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
That ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Groundnut prices at Ayodhya APMC ranged between ₹7,010 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,440. 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 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,111 | ₹7,010 | ₹7,062 |
| 26 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
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
The headline Groundnut rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Ayodhya APMC logged this Groundnut rate on 18 Aug 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.