Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Sonamura APMC stood at the front of the pack for Green Chilli, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Green Chilli Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityGreen Chilli (Green Chilly)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Green Chilli is about 82.2% above the period average, sitting just 18.2% short of 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
Here's how Green Chilli rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sonamura APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 3 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Dasda APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Masli APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Manubazar APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Sainthia APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 9 Kohima APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Khariar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Birbhum APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 12 Bolpur APMC | ₹10,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹7,200 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Green Chilli prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹9,878. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
Selling Green Chilli well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Sonamura APMC led Green Chilli on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.