In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹250 per quintal in Harike APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Pumpkin today.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 16.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harike APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Phek APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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.
The ₹2,750 (84.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹300, with the average around ₹250. 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 | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
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
Net-net, Harike APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.