In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹1,790 per quintal in Raikot APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Raikot APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,790
- Lowest Price Today₹1,790
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,790
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 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.
Right now Capsicum is about 20.2% above the period average — just 3.8% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹1,500 (18.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹980 and ₹1,860, with the average around ₹1,489. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,830 | ₹1,830 | ₹1,830 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 | ₹1,790 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,770 | ₹1,770 | ₹1,770 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,860 | ₹1,860 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,610 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,580 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,580 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,620 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,520 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,520 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,480 | ₹1,480 | ₹1,480 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,015 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,015 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 25 Jun | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
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
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
To wrap up, Raikot APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 12 Aug 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.