Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Jul 2026, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,350 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Pumpkin today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Jul 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.
Today's rate is about 5.8% below the period average and just 28.7% 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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 12 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,350 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 3 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹2,800 |
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 ₹550 (19.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,557. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,350 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,350 |
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
The headline Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Jul 2026, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Pumpkin. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.