As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.4% above the period average and just 54.2% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,426. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Selling Capsicum well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.