As the 21 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,650 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 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.
Today's rate is about 2.1% above the period average and just 24.8% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 21 Jul 2026, so you can see where Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Sargipali APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
The ₹2,500 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹8,475. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
The headline Capsicum rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Jul 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Sooramangalam(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.