With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Santar Bazaar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Santar Bazaar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.3% below the period average and just 21.3% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Sargipali APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (29.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Santar Bazaar APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,650. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Before carting Capsicum to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Aug 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Santar Bazaar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.