With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Capsicum yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 8.6% above the period average and just 2.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (26.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹6,264. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Capsicum rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.