Reading today's price tape for 14 Aug 2026, Barpathari APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sweet Pumpkin is about 11.4% above the period average — just 2.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barpathari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barpathari APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Champaknagar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 3 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 4 Dhupguri APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 6 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 7 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,050 |
| 8 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Khatra APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Pumpkin.
The ₹2,250 (180.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Barpathari APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹3,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹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
Selling Sweet Pumpkin well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sweet Pumpkin found its strongest bid at Barpathari APMC on 14 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.