Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Pumpkin leader.
01What Put Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Pumpkin about 20.0% above the period average, and right at 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 3 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
That ₹1,200 (42.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,332. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 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
The headline Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Pumpkin on 23 Aug 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.