In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Oct 2026, Bishalgarh APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Sweet Pumpkin, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Bishalgarh APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.7% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Sweet Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bishalgarh APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Chakdah APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 3 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 5 Jangipur APMC | ₹2,150 |
| 6 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 7 Jalalabad APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Gangarampur(Dakshin Dinajpur) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Dhupguri APMC | ₹1,900 |
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 ₹1,100 (57.9%) 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 Bishalgarh APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,148. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Sweet Pumpkin today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 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.