Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 3.9% above the period average — just 23.8% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 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 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market 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.
The ₹3,000 (37.5%) 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 Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,699. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,700 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
The day's best Capsicum rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC on 21 Oct 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.