Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pumpkin is about 11.2% below the period average — just 37.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
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 ₹3,300 (103.1%) 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 Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹950 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,126. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,050 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,050 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,080 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pumpkin changed hands at this rate in Shahaswan APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.