Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Right now Capsicum is about 39.3% above the period average — just 8.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Palampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
That ₹1,500 (18.8%) 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 SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,598. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Capsicum, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To wrap up, SMY Palampur APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.