As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Talcher APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹1,323
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.1% above the period average and just 10.7% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 (23.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Pumpkin prices at Talcher APMC ranged between ₹980 and ₹1,680, with the average around ₹1,441. 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 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,323 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,675 | ₹1,370 | ₹1,510 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,580 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,480 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,280 | ₹1,440 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,510 | ₹1,280 | ₹1,425 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,680 | ₹1,340 | ₹1,550 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,210 | ₹980 | ₹1,125 |
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 Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Talcher 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.