In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Capsicum is about 8.3% below the period average — just 28.6% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
At ₹1,800 (22.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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 Chengannur Market APMC on 14 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.