As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 41.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹950 (33.9%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹727. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹700 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹700 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹900 | ₹400 | ₹900 |
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
For Pumpkin, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vikasnagar APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.