In the price report dated 06 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 3.0% below the period average and just 23.8% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 06 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Banthara APMC | ₹9,338 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,300 (28.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,244. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengannur Market APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 06 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.