Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Banthara APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chili Red, clocking the day's best rate at ₹46,483 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Banthara APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹55,746
- Lowest Price Today₹34,006
- Average (Modal) Price₹46,483
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Today's rate is about 18.0% above the period average and just 16.6% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹46,483 |
| 2 DADRI APMC | ₹36,250 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹28,100 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Gurazala APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Mathura APMC | ₹20,635 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Parchur APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Nagpur APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Indore APMC | ₹16,960 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹16,518 |
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 ₹29,965 (181.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Chili Red prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹20,817 and ₹55,746, with the average around ₹39,389. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹55,746 | ₹34,006 | ₹46,483 |
| 26 Aug | ₹51,766 | ₹49,003 | ₹51,087 |
| 09 Aug | ₹33,300 | ₹25,666 | ₹25,734 |
| 08 Aug | ₹41,495 | ₹41,495 | ₹41,495 |
| 31 Jul | ₹51,995 | ₹25,410 | ₹44,071 |
| 21 Jul | ₹49,808 | ₹49,004 | ₹49,611 |
| 18 Jul | ₹41,099 | ₹41,099 | ₹41,099 |
| 06 Jul | ₹40,910 | ₹28,490 | ₹35,390 |
| 05 Jul | ₹26,051 | ₹20,817 | ₹21,560 |
| 02 Jul | ₹40,800 | ₹40,800 | ₹40,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹34,718 | ₹31,455 | ₹33,695 |
| 29 Jun | ₹34,700 | ₹34,700 | ₹34,700 |
| 26 Jun | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹49,004 | ₹44,311 | ₹45,718 |
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
The day's best Chili Red rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Banthara APMC set the pace for Chili Red. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.