With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Sweet Pumpkin today.
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₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.5% below the period average and just 16.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Asansol APMC Leader | ₹2,600 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 4 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 5 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 6 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 9 Khatra APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹1,050 |
| 11 Pune(Khadiki) APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 12 APMC Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
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 ₹1,600 (160.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,073. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹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
Selling Sweet Pumpkin well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC posted this Sweet Pumpkin rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.