As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Jalalabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Jalalabad APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
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.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 26.2% above the period average, and just 28.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jalalabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹1,500 |
| 2 Khatra APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 3 APMC Pune APMC | ₹1,050 |
| 4 Pune(Khadiki) APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 5 APMC Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
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.
That ₹500 (50.0%) 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 Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,189. 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 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
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
When picking where to sell Sweet Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Jalalabad APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 20 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.