Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Jalalabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,600 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Pumpkin today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Jalalabad APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- 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.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 102.4% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹3,600 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,254 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹600 (20.0%) 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 Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹1,779. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹560 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Jalalabad APMC led Pumpkin on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.