In the latest market update for 20 Sep 2026, Groundnut was quoted at ₹8,373 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Groundnut Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,170
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,373
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityGroundnut (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Groundnut is about 12.9% below the period average, sitting just 51.9% 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 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Lucknow APMC | ₹8,373 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(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.
At ₹1,500 (18.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Groundnut matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Groundnut prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹6,700 and ₹17,401, with the average around ₹9,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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 day's best Groundnut rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Groundnut rate at Lucknow APMC on 20 Sep 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.