Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Pumpkin was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 36.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,100 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Baghty APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹2,750 |
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 ₹1,350 (49.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,785. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Pumpkin stood at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.