Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 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. It edged out every other market that reported Pumpkin today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
This puts Pumpkin about 3.1% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 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 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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.
The ₹750 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,639. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 17 Oct 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.