Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Groundnut, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,682 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,235
- Lowest Price Today₹7,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,682
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and just 44.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Bareilly APMC | ₹9,120 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Challakere APMC | ₹8,636 |
| 7 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,501 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Jalalabad APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Ballari APMC | ₹8,405 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,277 (15.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Groundnut prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹17,401, with the average around ₹9,583. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹13,850 | ₹13,850 | ₹13,850 |
| 21 Oct | ₹17,401 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,441 |
| 20 Oct | ₹11,581 | ₹11,581 | ₹11,581 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,758 | ₹7,758 | ₹7,758 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,121 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,525 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,797 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,100 | ₹9,381 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹8,001 | ₹8,774 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,150 | ₹6,270 | ₹6,759 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,886 | ₹7,215 | ₹8,863 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,170 | ₹8,373 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,324 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,405 | ₹7,310 | ₹7,358 |
| 31 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,700 | ₹10,841 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,262 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC set the pace for Groundnut. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.