Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Chili Red was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Sontoli APMC. This is one of several Chili Red rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Sontoli APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Chili Red about 7.4% above the period average, and just 4.5% 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
The table below lines up Chili Red rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sontoli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹27,800 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Lucknow APMC | ₹25,278 |
| 5 Jagdalpur APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Sontoli APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Gurazala APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Nagpur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹15,705 |
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.
That ₹12,295 (78.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Chili Red fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Chili Red prices at Sontoli APMC ranged between ₹14,500 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,550. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹15,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹15,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,200 |
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
For Chili Red, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Sontoli APMC reported Chili Red at this level on 18 Aug 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.