Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Pumpkin today.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Pumpkin about 5.5% below the period average, and just 40.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Phek APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,000 (100.0%), 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 Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹635. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹800 | ₹300 | ₹800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹700 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vikasnagar APMC reported Pumpkin at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.