As the 05 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Capsicum was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Capsicum about 21.8% below the period average, and just 35.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 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.
That ₹2,300 (28.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹8,310. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
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
In a nutshell, Capsicum was priced at this level in Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 05 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.