In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Tiruchengode APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
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 8.7% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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 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 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
That ₹1,900 (25.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Tiruchengode APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,900. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
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
For Capsicum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Tiruchengode APMC on 18 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.