Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 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
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Pumpkin about 9.8% above the period average, and right at 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Munnar Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹750 (23.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Pumpkin prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,643. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Munnar Market APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 17 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.