Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,200 per quintal in AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Capsicum about 9.8% below the period average, and just 24.1% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹1,900 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹9,088. 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 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
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
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 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 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.