With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Barasat APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Pumpkin yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Barasat APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPumpkin (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Pumpkin about 15.7% below the period average, and just 57.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 4 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 7 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara 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.
The ₹800 (26.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pumpkin prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,424. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pumpkin was priced at this level in Barasat APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.