In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Oct 2026, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Pumpkin.
01What Put Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 12.2% below the period average and just 37.5% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Phek APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Vaniyampadi(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.
That ₹2,000 (66.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,698. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Pumpkin, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC set the pace for Pumpkin. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.