Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in PMY Kangra APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put PMY Kangra APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Capsicum arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Capsicum about 6.7% above the period average, and just 23.3% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Athur(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.
At ₹1,850 (23.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at PMY Kangra APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,391. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
For Capsicum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in PMY Kangra APMC on 20 Aug 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.