With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Jalalabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,900 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Pumpkin board.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Pumpkin about 73.6% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jalalabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹3,900 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Phek APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Medinipur(West) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹900 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,246. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹560 |
| 17 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹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
The headline Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jalalabad APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 20 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.