Across the reporting yards on 22 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 4.3% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
That ₹2,900 (35.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Capsicum prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Capsicum rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Capsicum rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.