Looking at how the yards traded on 22 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Capsicum is about 4.0% above the period average, sitting just 45.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
A spread of ₹2,000 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
Going to the top Capsicum market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Shimoga APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.