As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,130 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Capsicum range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,110
- Lowest Price Today₹2,660
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,130
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 13.6% above the period average and just 29.0% short of 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹1,600 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,990 and ₹4,410, with the average around ₹2,755. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,110 | ₹2,660 | ₹3,130 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,180 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,110 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹2,680 | ₹3,130 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,660 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,180 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,710 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,150 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,670 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,570 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,460 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,590 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,440 | ₹2,220 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,330 | ₹2,180 | ₹2,610 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,590 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,690 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,620 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,540 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,620 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,530 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,680 | ₹2,110 | ₹2,520 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,540 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,770 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Capsicum, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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, Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 17 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.