Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Capsicum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Capsicum is about 12.0% below the period average, sitting just 27.3% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sargipali APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
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.
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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹9,094. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Capsicum rate at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.