In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,580 per quintal in Patran APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Patran APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,580
- Lowest Price Today₹3,580
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Capsicum is about 7.4% below the period average, sitting just 28.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹1,820 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,865. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,580 | ₹3,580 | ₹3,580 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,230 | ₹4,230 | ₹4,230 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,820 | ₹4,820 | ₹4,820 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,070 | ₹4,070 | ₹4,070 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,640 | ₹4,640 | ₹4,640 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,040 | ₹4,040 | ₹4,040 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,560 | ₹4,560 | ₹4,560 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,272 | ₹3,272 | ₹3,272 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,410 | ₹4,410 | ₹4,410 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,620 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,280 | ₹3,280 | ₹3,280 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,010 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,010 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
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
Selling Capsicum well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Patran APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.