In the latest market update for 16 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Kasargod 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pumpkin is about 1.6% below the period average — just 18.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹800 (26.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Kasargod Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,829. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pumpkin changed hands at this rate in Kasargod Market APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.