In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,350 per quintal in Pune APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,350
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sweet Pumpkin is about 5.3% above the period average — just 51.8% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pune APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khatra APMC Leader | ₹1,600 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹1,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹250 (18.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sweet Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Pune APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,282. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹400 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹700 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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 Sweet Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Pune APMC logged this Sweet Pumpkin rate on 23 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.