Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Sep 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.8% below the period average and just 31.3% 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 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Ganaur APMC | ₹2,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
That ₹950 (33.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,773. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 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
Selling Pumpkin well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 20 Sep 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.