In the price report dated 15 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Capsicum about 8.2% above the period average, and just 3.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (29.0%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,237. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
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 day's best Capsicum rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.