In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Chili Red was quoted at ₹23,992 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Chili Red markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Chili Red Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,992
- Lowest Price Today₹23,992
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,992
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Chili Red about 84.4% above the period average, and just 5.9% 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
Here's how Chili Red rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹27,800 |
| 3 Mumbai APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹23,992 |
| 5 Sontoli APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Gurazala APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Nagpur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Indore APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Jodhpur (F&V) 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.
A spread of ₹25,000 (833.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Chili Red prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹25,500, with the average around ₹13,009. 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 | ₹23,992 | ₹23,992 | ₹23,992 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,640 | ₹15,640 | ₹15,640 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,723 | ₹15,723 | ₹15,723 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,621 | ₹15,621 | ₹15,621 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,414 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,584 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,882 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,300 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,931 |
| 20 Jul | ₹14,140 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,539 |
| 14 Jul | ₹14,100 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,727 |
| 07 Jul | ₹23,102 | ₹11,942 | ₹17,622 |
| 06 Jul | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 | ₹25,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹13,770 | ₹13,770 | ₹13,770 |
| 02 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹12,800 | ₹11,400 | ₹12,069 |
| 30 Jun | ₹13,950 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,837 |
| 29 Jun | ₹13,200 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,901 |
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
Before carting Chili Red to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kanpur(Grain) 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.