Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Capsicum was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in L B Nagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put L B Nagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Capsicum)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Capsicum is about 15.1% below the period average — just 46.7% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Capsicum.
At ₹1,600 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Capsicum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Capsicum prices at L B Nagar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Before carting Capsicum to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, L B Nagar APMC logged this Capsicum rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.