Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Chili Red was quoted at ₹25,278 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Chili Red Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,278
- Lowest Price Today₹25,278
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,278
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Chili Red is about 142.8% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Chili Red rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Chili Red.
At ₹12,295 (78.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Chili Red matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Chili Red prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹25,278, with the average around ₹10,412. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹25,278 | ₹25,278 | ₹25,278 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,539 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,623 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,523 |
| 25 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,200 | ₹11,624 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,227 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,969 | ₹8,022 | ₹8,928 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,837 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹13,584 | ₹13,584 | ₹13,584 |
| 08 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,214 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Chili Red rate at Lucknow APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.