As fresh arrivals settled on 29 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,305 per quintal in Kalmeshwar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,015
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,305
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.9% above the period average and just 13.0% 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 Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Bhagta Bhai Ka APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Phek APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
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 ₹2,800 (87.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Kalmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹625 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,177. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,305 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,045 | ₹1,325 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹840 | ₹1,020 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,330 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹810 | ₹1,030 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹810 | ₹1,030 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹850 | ₹1,010 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹810 | ₹1,020 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,305 |
| 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 |
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
For Pumpkin, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Kalmeshwar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.