Based on what the markets reported on 23 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Pumpkin markets.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 12.5% above the period average, sitting just 18.8% 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 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹1,000 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,890. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹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
Before carting Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pumpkin stood at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 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.