Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Chili Red was quoted at ₹16,518 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Chili Red today.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,518
- Lowest Price Today₹16,518
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,518
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityChili Red (Other)
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.
At this level, Chili Red is about 41.6% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Chili Red prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹16,518, with the average around ₹11,665. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹16,518 | ₹16,518 | ₹16,518 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,400 | ₹9,833 | ₹10,306 |
| 29 Aug | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,800 | ₹12,800 | ₹12,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,924 | ₹11,924 | ₹11,924 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,634 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,909 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,800 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,180 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,700 | ₹11,700 | ₹11,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,177 |
| 14 Jul | ₹11,800 | ₹11,800 | ₹11,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,422 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,600 | ₹12,600 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹12,600 | ₹12,600 | ₹12,600 |
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
For Chili Red, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Chili Red rate at Varanasi APMC on 31 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.