Reading today's price tape for 15 Oct 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Machhiwara APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Sweet Pumpkin yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Sweet Pumpkin is about 25.1% above the period average, sitting just 35.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sweet Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santir Bazar APMC Leader | ₹3,600 |
| 2 Ramanagara APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 3 Hunsur APMC | ₹2,380 |
| 4 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 5 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 6 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹1,950 |
| 11 Machhiwara APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Kalna APMC | ₹1,600 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (125.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Machhiwara APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,439. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Sweet Pumpkin rate at Machhiwara APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.