Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹850 per quintal in Nakodar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Pumpkin range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹850
- Average (Modal) Price₹850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 9.7% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 18 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 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Phek APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
At ₹2,700 (81.8%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Nakodar APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹775. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Pumpkin yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pumpkin stood at Nakodar APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.