In the price report dated 27 Aug 2026, Udumalpet APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 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 2.2% below the period average and just 13.6% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,000 (26.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Udumalpet APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹9,711. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
The day's best Capsicum rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 27 Aug 2026, Udumalpet APMC set the pace for Capsicum. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.