Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Sep 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Sep 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Capsicum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.4% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Capsicum rates across active mandis for 14 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
A spread of ₹2,000 (28.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Capsicum prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,047. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Sep 2026, Capsicum traded at this rate in Chengam(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.