Pulling together the 05 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Capsicum today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Capsicum is about 17.8% below the period average — just 43.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (16.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,935. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 06 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,700 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
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
To wrap up, Kottakkal Market APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 05 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.