From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Kasargod Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 19.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kasargod Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 4 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 7 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
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 ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,838. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Pumpkin rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pumpkin stood at Kasargod Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.