Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,480 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Capsicum yards.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,170
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,480
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 25.9% above the period average and just 40.5% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sargipali APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
That ₹3,200 (41.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,310 and ₹5,850, with the average around ₹2,765. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,170 | ₹3,480 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,850 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,880 | ₹1,310 | ₹1,520 |
| 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 |
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
For Capsicum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 21 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.