Going by the latest APMC figures for 15 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,360 per quintal in Kalmeshwar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Kalmeshwar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,020
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,360
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Pumpkin about 14.5% above the period average, and just 9.3% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹750 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Kalmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹625 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,188. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,060 | ₹1,340 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,035 | ₹1,315 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,310 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,320 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,360 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,330 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,310 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,005 | ₹1,315 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,065 | ₹1,335 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,045 | ₹1,325 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,330 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹830 | ₹1,010 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹810 | ₹1,030 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹850 | ₹1,020 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹650 | ₹810 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹825 | ₹1,035 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹625 | ₹855 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹865 | ₹1,035 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹830 | ₹1,010 |
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 Kalmeshwar APMC on 15 Aug 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.