With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Pumpkin about 15.1% above the period average, and just 40.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kailaras APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Medinipur(West) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
The ₹750 (25.0%) 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, Pumpkin prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,303. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹2,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Pumpkin, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pumpkin was priced at this level in Kailaras APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.