Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 17.5% above the period average — just 21.8% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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 ₹2,750 (33.3%) 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 Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹7,322. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,700 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palakkad Market APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 19 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.