Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Chili Red was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Chili Red Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Geeli Mirchi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 25.2% above the period average and just 33.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Chili Red rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Gurazala APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 6 Parchur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 7 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 8 Kailaras APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹25,000 (833.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Chili Red matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Chili Red prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kailaras APMC posted this Chili Red rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.