Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Sweet Pumpkin is about 2.7% below the period average, sitting just 24.0% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Egra/contai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC Leader | ₹3,400 |
| 2 Teliamura APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 7 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
The ₹1,400 (70.0%) 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, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,952. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sweet Pumpkin, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sweet Pumpkin stood at Egra/contai APMC on 16 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.