In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Chili Red was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Nagpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Chili Red Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (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.
Right now Chili Red is about 0.8% above the period average — just 5.6% 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
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Chili Red.
A spread of ₹25,200 (900.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Chili Red prices at Nagpur APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,857. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Chili Red, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To wrap up, Nagpur APMC logged this Chili Red 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.