In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Kalna APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Sweet Pumpkin today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 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 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 5.9% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santir Bazar APMC Leader | ₹3,600 |
| 2 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Teliamura APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 Biokhora APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 5 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 8 Burdwan APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Memari APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
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 ₹1,400 (63.6%) 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 Kalna APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Going to the top Sweet Pumpkin market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, this was the Sweet Pumpkin rate at Kalna APMC on 20 Aug 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.