Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Kicchha APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Capsicum is about 0.3% below the period average — just 22.0% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹1,600 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Capsicum prices at Kicchha APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,956. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,940 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,030 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
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
When picking where to sell Capsicum, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Kicchha APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.