As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Piravam Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Capsicum about 7.4% above the period average, and just 40.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹1,750 (22.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,381. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in Piravam Market APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.