Reading today's price tape for 25 Aug 2026, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,750 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
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.
At this level, Pumpkin is about 4.1% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 5 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Kulithalai(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.
The ₹1,000 (36.4%) 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Going to the top Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 sum up, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Pumpkin on 25 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.