With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Capsicum today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.2% above the period average and just 40.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sealdah Koley Market 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (18.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,557. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Piravam Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.