Across the reporting yards on 13 Oct 2026, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,800 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Munnar Market APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Pumpkin about 3.9% above the period average, and just 15.6% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 4 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Valangaiman APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
That ₹1,050 (38.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,658. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Munnar Market APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 13 Oct 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.