Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹3,254 per quintal in Anchal Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,254
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 7.8% above the period average — just 4.3% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chelakkara Market APMC Leader | ₹3,900 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,254 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
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 ₹800 (25.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹3,018. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,254 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
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
Going to the top Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Anchal Market APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.