Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in L B Nagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Capsicum today.
01What Put L B Nagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 4.4% above the period average — just 41.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where L B Nagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 L B Nagar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,353. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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
Before carting Capsicum to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, L B Nagar APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 22 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.