With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹520 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Maigalganj APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹540
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹520
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 28.6% below the period average and just 44.7% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Jalalabad 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 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (100.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹940, with the average around ₹728. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹540 | ₹500 | ₹520 |
| 15 Oct | ₹540 | ₹500 | ₹520 |
| 14 Oct | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 13 Oct | ₹540 | ₹500 | ₹520 |
| 12 Oct | ₹540 | ₹500 | ₹520 |
| 25 Sep | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 24 Sep | ₹615 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹615 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹630 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 18 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 17 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 16 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 15 Sep | ₹640 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 14 Sep | ₹660 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 11 Sep | ₹660 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 10 Sep | ₹660 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 09 Sep | ₹675 | ₹625 | ₹650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 07 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
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
Selling Pumpkin well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Maigalganj APMC posted this Pumpkin rate on 16 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.