As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹250 per quintal in Harike APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Harike APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
This puts Pumpkin about 0.0% above the period average, and just 50.0% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Medinipur(West) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
That ₹750 (25.0%) 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 Harike APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹500, with the average around ₹250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
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
The takeaway: Harike APMC reported Pumpkin at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.