From today's trading desk on 16 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Gopa APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
A spread of ₹3,000 (100.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
For Pumpkin, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Pumpkin rate at Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.