In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Capsicum range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Capsicum about 2.2% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 (28.6%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Capsicum prices at Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,607. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Capsicum, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Capsicum at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.