In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Patti APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 115.5% above the period average and just 33.3% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Patti 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹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.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Pumpkin prices at Patti APMC ranged between ₹9 and ₹750, with the average around ₹232. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 20 Jun | ₹9 | ₹9 | ₹9 |
| 19 Jun | ₹10 | ₹10 | ₹10 |
| 18 Jun | ₹10 | ₹10 | ₹10 |
| 17 Jun | ₹10 | ₹10 | ₹10 |
| 16 Jun | ₹15 | ₹15 | ₹15 |
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
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
Net-net, Patti APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.