From today's trading desk on 18 Sep 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Udumalpet APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 9.3% below the period average — just 22.7% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Udumalpet APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
The ₹3,800 (52.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹9,375. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Capsicum yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Udumalpet APMC on 18 Sep 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.