Here's the 12 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 16.4% above the period average — just 11.3% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹1,750 (22.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,101. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Capsicum yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in SMY Nadaun APMC on 12 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.