In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 7.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.4% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Vandiperiyar Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Gopa APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
At ₹3,000 (100.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,467. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Pumpkin yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pumpkin rate at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.