In today's crop-price rundown for 24 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
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 9.4% above the period average, and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bishalgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Champaknagar APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 3 Teliamura APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 4 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Burdwan APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Memari APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Chakdah APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹2,100 |
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 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹3,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 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
For Sweet Pumpkin, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bishalgarh APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 24 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.