Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Capsicum is about 5.0% below the period average — just 21.7% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (63.6%) 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 Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,470. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Capsicum yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum found its strongest bid at Harippad Market APMC on 19 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.