In the latest market update for 12 Sep 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Capsicum today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Capsicum is about 6.5% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 12 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
That ₹1,250 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Capsicum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
The headline Capsicum rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Capsicum stood at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.