Based on what the markets reported on 14 Aug 2026, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Capsicum leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,500
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Capsicum is about 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 13.0% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
The ₹2,250 (29.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,502. 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 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Harippad Market APMC led Capsicum on 14 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.