Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Ettumanoor Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
At this level, Capsicum is about 18.5% below the period average, sitting just 35.0% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,400 (31.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Ettumanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,978. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,700 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹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
The headline Capsicum rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Ettumanoor Market APMC on 19 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.