Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,310 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pumpkin today.
01What Put Kosikalan APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,360
- Lowest Price Today₹1,260
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,310
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Pumpkin is about 20.7% above the period average — just 12.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lehra Gaga APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 8 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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.
That ₹1,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,085. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,360 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,310 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,280 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,245 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,350 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,310 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,260 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,360 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,290 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,330 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,290 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,310 | ₹1,360 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,150 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,160 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,110 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,410 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,370 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,190 | ₹1,140 | ₹1,160 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pumpkin changed hands at this rate in Kosikalan APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.