In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Capsicum today.
01What's Behind Today's Capsicum Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 6.3% below the period average and just 22.2% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Nedumkandam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,850 |
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.
The ₹2,150 (27.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹8,966. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.