Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Vantamamidi APMC. This is one of several Pumpkin rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 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 7.1% below the period average and just 46.7% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,400 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 4 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹800 (30.8%) 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 Vantamamidi APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹861. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
Going to the top Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vantamamidi APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 19 Oct 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.