Based on what the markets reported on 26 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Lohian Khas APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
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
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Pumpkin is about 39.7% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Tsemenyu APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Phek APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Chatta Krushak Bazar 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 ₹2,000 (66.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Lohian Khas APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,326. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lohian Khas APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 26 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.