Based on what the markets reported on 14 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Capsicum yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Capsicum arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Capsicum is about 31.1% below the period average — just 50.9% 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 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹1,800 (22.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹8,199. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Capsicum, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 14 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.