Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Anchal Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Anchal Market APMC on Top Today
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₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
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.
At this level, Capsicum is about 1.6% below the period average, sitting just 13.9% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
The ₹1,900 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹5,700 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹6,304. 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 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
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
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
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Anchal Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.