Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Capsicum range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Capsicum is about 21.2% above the period average, sitting just 18.8% 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(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.
That ₹2,250 (29.0%) 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 SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,694. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,200 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Capsicum rate at SMY Palampur APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.