Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Thoubal APMC stood at the front of the pack for Dry Chillies, clocking the day's best rate at ₹24,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
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₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityDry Chillies (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Dry Chillies is about 0.0% above the period average — just 2.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Dry Chillies rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bishenpur APMC Leader | ₹24,500 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 3 Imphal APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Nandigama APMC | ₹21,600 |
| 5 Tiruvuru APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Ipur APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Hindupur APMC | ₹18,500 |
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 ₹6,000 (32.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Dry Chillies prices at Thoubal APMC ranged between ₹24,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹24,500. 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 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Dry Chillies, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Dry Chillies found its strongest bid at Thoubal APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.