In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Bishalgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Sweet Pumpkin.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.0% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 20 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 | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Teliamura APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 3 Biokhora APMC | ₹2,850 |
| 4 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 6 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹2,050 |
| 12 Kalipur 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.
At ₹1,500 (75.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Bishalgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,182. 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 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Bishalgarh APMC set the pace for Sweet Pumpkin. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.