Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Piravam Market APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Capsicum about 6.7% below the period average, and just 46.7% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Piravam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (12.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,571. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Capsicum, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in Piravam Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.