In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Oct 2026, Capsicum was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Sealdah Koley Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Capsicum markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Capsicum Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityCapsicum (Other)
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 25.9% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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
Here's how Capsicum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,750 (21.2%) 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 Sealdah Koley Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,150. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
The takeaway: Sealdah Koley Market APMC reported Capsicum at this level on 23 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.