In the latest market update for 16 Sep 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Barasat APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
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.
Right now Pumpkin is about 5.3% above the period average — just 46.4% 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
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Phek APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Narasinghpur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Silachhari APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aroor Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
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 ₹2,900 (93.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,424. 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 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹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
When picking where to sell Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 Barasat APMC on 16 Sep 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.