In the price report dated 21 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in PMY Hamirpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Capsicum about 27.3% above the period average, and just 5.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
That ₹3,200 (41.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at PMY Hamirpur APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,679. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Capsicum, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in PMY Hamirpur APMC on 21 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.