As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Pumpkin range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Pumpkin about 33.7% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Phek APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
At ₹2,700 (81.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,122. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC reported Pumpkin at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.