Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Capsicum was quoted at ₹1,150 per quintal in Harike APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Right now Capsicum is about 0.9% above the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harike APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹1,600 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,140. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Harike APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.