In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Capsicum is about 30.7% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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.
At ₹1,750 (21.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,508. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Capsicum today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 23 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.