In the day's wholesale-price digest for 06 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Capsicum today.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Capsicum is about 5.5% above the period average, sitting just 27.8% 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 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹9,338 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Ladwa 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 ₹1,338 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,159. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
For Capsicum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 06 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.