Pulling together the 20 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Davangere APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
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₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 0.5% below the period average — just 36.4% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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 ₹2,000 (26.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Davangere APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,519. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,400 |
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
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Davangere APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.