New Delhi. Kharif sowing of peanuts has almost ended and at the national level, its production area is running at the same level as last year. The condition of the crop is said to be good in most parts.

Demand from millers and exporters remained weak for peeled peanuts. Indonesia has announced a ban on import of peanuts from India from 3rd September till further orders, which may lead to some softening in its prices. However, shipment of old deals will continue. In Bikaner, the price of 40/50 count grains remained stable at the previous level of Rs. 9000 per quintal, 50/60 count at Rs. 8600 and 60/70 count at Rs. 8300 per quintal. In Nagpur, Maharashtra also, the price of 50/60 count grains remained stable at Rs. 10300 and 60/70 count at Rs. 9700 per quintal.