In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in SMY Rajgarh APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put SMY Rajgarh APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 22.2% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (35.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Capsicum prices at SMY Rajgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,360. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
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, SMY Rajgarh APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 12 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.