Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Harippad Market APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 4.8% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Khanna APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,500 (260.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹9,451. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Capsicum today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 found its strongest bid at Harippad Market APMC on 21 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.