In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
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₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
This puts Capsicum about 3.5% below the period average, and just 21.7% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
The ₹2,200 (28.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,326. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Harippad Market APMC reported Capsicum at this level on 28 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.