Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Sargipali APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Sargipali APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Capsicum is about 7.6% below the period average, sitting just 25.7% 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 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market 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.
At ₹3,200 (41.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Sargipali APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹8,442. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,500 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Capsicum rate at Sargipali APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.