In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Capsicum markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Capsicum is about 1.2% below the period average — just 21.3% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Badayoun APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Nedumkandam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
The ₹2,200 (28.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,800, with the average around ₹8,607. 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 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
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
Selling Capsicum well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Capsicum changed hands at this rate in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.