In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Bengaluru APMC stood at the front of the pack for Dry Chillies, clocking the day's best rate at ₹33,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Dry Chillies leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Dry Chillies Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹38,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹33,000
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityDry Chillies (Guntur)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Dry Chillies rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.3% above the period average and just 59.8% 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
This table ranks Dry Chillies rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bengaluru APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 3 Jamnagar APMC | ₹23,550 |
| 4 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹21,000 |
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.
The ₹12,000 (57.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Dry Chillies prices at Bengaluru APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹82,000, with the average around ₹29,921. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹38,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
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
Before carting Dry Chillies 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Bengaluru APMC set the pace for Dry Chillies. 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.