As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Capsicum, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
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.
This puts Capsicum about 27.0% above the period average, and just 26.7% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
A spread of ₹3,800 (52.8%) 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 Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,663. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Piravam Market APMC was the market to beat for Capsicum on 18 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.