In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,200 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date23 Sep 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 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 12.0% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹2,200 |
| 2 Shadabad APMC | ₹650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
The ₹1,550 (238.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,205. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kattappana Market APMC led Pumpkin on 23 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.