Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Habra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Pumpkin Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 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 52.1% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(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.
A spread of ₹750 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pumpkin prices at Habra APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,446. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Before carting Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Habra APMC logged this Pumpkin rate on 15 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.