As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Sep 2026, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Capsicum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.3% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Capsicum rates across the markets that reported on 19 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,800 (25.0%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹9,311. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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 headline Capsicum rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Sep 2026, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.