Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,300 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹300 (10.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Pumpkin rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pumpkin rate at Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.