As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.2% below the period average and just 21.7% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,100 (28.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,491. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Capsicum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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, Harippad Market APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 17 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.