Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pumpkin Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pumpkin is about 83.8% above the period average — right at 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
The table below lines up Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vikasnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pumpkin.
A spread of ₹1,000 (35.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹653. 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 | ₹1,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹800 | ₹300 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Pumpkin yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Vikasnagar APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.