In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Lucknow APMC stood at the front of the pack for Groundnut, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,401 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Groundnut Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,401
- Lowest Price Today₹17,401
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,401
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 78.2% above the period average and right at 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lucknow APMC Leader | ₹17,401 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Challakere APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Shamli APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Malkapur APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Ballari APMC | ₹8,519 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Khamgaon APMC | ₹8,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Groundnut.
At ₹8,951 (105.9%), 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-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹6,705 and ₹17,401, with the average around ₹9,762. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹17,401 | ₹17,401 | ₹17,401 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,235 | ₹7,120 | ₹9,682 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,483 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,233 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,220 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,833 | ₹6,705 | ₹7,314 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,925 |
| 26 Jul | ₹14,050 | ₹14,050 | ₹14,050 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,786 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,050 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,975 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,836 |
| 28 Jun | ₹13,350 | ₹13,350 | ₹13,350 |
| 26 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹12,381 | ₹12,381 | ₹12,381 |
| 19 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,592 |
| 18 Jun | ₹11,050 | ₹8,800 | ₹10,300 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Groundnut today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 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.