In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Ahmedgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Pumpkin.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 148.9% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ahmedgarh APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
That ₹2,250 (81.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Ahmedgarh APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,009. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ahmedgarh APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 24 Aug 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.