In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Chamkaur Sahib APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Chamkaur Sahib APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
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.
This puts Capsicum about 5.5% below the period average, and just 20.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chamkaur Sahib APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
A spread of ₹1,350 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Chamkaur Sahib APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,231. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in Chamkaur Sahib APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.