With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Panposh APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.0% above the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Panposh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC Leader | ₹2,200 |
| 2 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 3 Panposh APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 4 Kosli APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 5 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹600 |
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 ₹1,600 (266.7%) 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 Panposh APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,154. 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 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Pumpkin, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Pumpkin traded at this rate in Panposh 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.