Across the reporting yards on 05 Aug 2026, Bishalgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Sweet Pumpkin today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Sweet Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 4.8% below the period average, and just 25.0% 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 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bishalgarh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bishalgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 3 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 4 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 6 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 7 Kalyan APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Egra/contai APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Bishalgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,150. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bishalgarh APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 05 Aug 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.