In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Munnar Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Capsicum today.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Capsicum arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.7% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹1,850 (23.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Capsicum prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹7,900 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,280. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Munnar Market APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 20 Aug 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.