Reading today's price tape for 13 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹1,150 per quintal in Harike APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Capsicum is about 0.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.2% 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 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
A spread of ₹3,800 (46.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,140. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
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
The headline Capsicum rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Harike APMC on 13 Aug 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.