In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 21.5% below the period average and just 54.5% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Manjeri Market 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.
The ₹1,500 (18.8%) 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 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,184. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
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
Net-net, PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 18 Aug 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.