Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Capsicum markets.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- 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.
Right now Capsicum is about 54.9% below the period average — just 78.6% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Balarampuram 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹400 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹800 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,800 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in PMY Kather Solan APMC on 18 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.