From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Capsicum is about 6.7% below the period average, sitting just 31.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Badayoun APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (37.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹8,038. 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 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
To sum up, this was the Capsicum rate at Kattappana Market APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.