Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,450 per quintal in Surat APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 14.6% above the period average, sitting just 34.1% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹2,700 (81.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,265. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹900 | ₹1,350 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹900 | ₹1,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹900 | ₹1,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹935 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹600 | ₹1,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹600 | ₹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
Going to the top Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pumpkin stood at Surat APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.