In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Sargipali APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Pumpkin is about 10.2% above the period average — just 26.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sargipali APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ahmedgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(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 ₹800 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Sargipali APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹998. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pumpkin changed hands at this rate in Sargipali APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.