In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Lohian Khas APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Pumpkin about 40.7% below the period average, and just 60.0% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (36.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Lohian Khas APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,350. 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 | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lohian Khas APMC reported Pumpkin at this level on 20 Oct 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.