Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Chili Red was quoted at ₹27,800 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Chili Red Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Chili Red arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹29,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,800
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Red)
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.
At this level, Chili Red is about 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.1% 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 Chili Red rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹27,800 |
| 3 Gurazala APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 8 Nagpur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 9 Kailaras APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
At ₹25,200 (900.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Chili Red matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Chili Red prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹24,000 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹27,308. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,600 |
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 Chili Red, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Chili Red stood at Palakkad Market APMC on 17 Aug 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.