In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Pumpkin markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
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 4.6% below the period average — just 15.4% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,200 (114.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹1,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
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
When picking where to sell Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
To wrap up, Gulavati APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.