Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Quadian APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Capsicum is about 44.6% above the period average, sitting just 9.2% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹2,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Quadian APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,081. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
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 Quadian APMC on 16 Oct 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.