Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chili Red, clocking the day's best rate at ₹28,300 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹29,000
- Lowest Price Today₹27,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,300
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Chili Red is about 3.4% above the period average — just 2.4% 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
The table below lines up Chili Red rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹28,300 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Bedia APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
The ₹20,800 (277.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Chili Red prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹24,000 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹27,363. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹28,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹28,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹28,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹27,800 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Chili Red today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Chili Red found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.