With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Bhawanipatna APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
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.
This puts Pumpkin about 3.4% below the period average, and just 13.0% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,000 (35.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Bhawanipatna APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,071. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
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
Before carting Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
In a nutshell, Pumpkin was priced at this level in Bhawanipatna APMC on 19 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.