Based on what the markets reported on 19 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Lohian Khas APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Lohian Khas APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
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.
Right now Pumpkin is about 41.9% below the period average — just 60.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,400 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹800 (30.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Lohian Khas APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,376. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lohian Khas APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 19 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.