With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Bhawanipatna APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pumpkin today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Pumpkin arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Pumpkin about 1.3% above the period average, and just 8.7% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bhawanipatna APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Shillong APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹950 (33.9%) 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 Bhawanipatna APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,073. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pumpkin was priced at this level in Bhawanipatna APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.