Reading today's price tape for 19 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in SMY Baijnath APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Capsicum is about 29.4% above the period average, sitting just 89.6% 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 Capsicum rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
That ₹1,250 (16.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at SMY Baijnath APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹75,010, with the average around ₹6,030. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at SMY Baijnath APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.