In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Kulai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,800 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Pumpkin leader.
01What Put Kulai APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.6% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (90.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Pumpkin prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,777. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pumpkin today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Kulai APMC set the pace for Pumpkin. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.