With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Kosli APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.3% above the period average and just 8.3% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ahmedgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
The ₹800 (26.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Kosli APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,055. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
The day's best Pumpkin rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Kosli APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.