In the price report dated 20 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.9% below the period average and just 31.8% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (13.3%) 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 Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,055. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
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
Selling Capsicum well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kattappana Market APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 20 Oct 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.