Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Shadabad APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Pumpkin markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 12.4% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Shadabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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 ₹1,000 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Shadabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹742. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 20 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 31 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 29 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pumpkin today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pumpkin rate at Shadabad APMC on 17 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.