As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Malout APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 14.9% above the period average and just 18.2% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Malout APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Ladwa 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 ₹1,500 (18.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Capsicum prices at Malout APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Capsicum rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Malout APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.