In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Sep 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Pumpkin about 4.5% above the period average, and just 8.0% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 20 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,250 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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.
The ₹650 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,200. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pumpkin was priced at this level in Kattappana Market APMC on 20 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.