Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,840 per quintal in Gunpur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pumpkin today.
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₹3,150
- Lowest Price Today₹2,540
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,840
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 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 39.0% above the period average and just 9.8% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 3 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Baghty APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Valangaiman RM 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.
That ₹3,000 (100.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Gunpur APMC ranged between ₹1,550 and ₹3,150, with the average around ₹2,043. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,150 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,840 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,450 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,340 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,050 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
The headline Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Gunpur 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.