Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹850 per quintal in Nakodar APMC. This is one of several Pumpkin rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹850
- Average (Modal) Price₹850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.2% above the period average and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nakodar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,200 |
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 ₹800 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Nakodar APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹771. 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 | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹850 | ₹600 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹720 | ₹720 | ₹720 |
| 17 Jul | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 15 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 11 Jul | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 09 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 03 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 02 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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
Going to the top Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Nakodar 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.