In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Bhawanipatna APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Pumpkin yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 8.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Bhawanipatna APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,093. 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 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pumpkin today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Bhawanipatna APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.