Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Capsicum is about 1.5% above the period average, sitting just 20.4% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(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.
The ₹2,000 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹7,688. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
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
Before carting Capsicum to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To sum up, this was the Capsicum rate at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.