Based on what the markets reported on 16 Sep 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kottarakkara Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Pumpkin is about 17.6% below the period average — just 53.1% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kottarakkara Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 3 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 4 Kottarakkara Market APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 5 Pallahara APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 6 Kopaganj APMC | ₹1,260 |
| 7 Rampuraphul(Nabha Mandi) APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Gulavati APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 9 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Shadabad APMC | ₹850 |
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 ₹5,150 (605.9%) 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 Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹1,820. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kottarakkara Market APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 16 Sep 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.