As the 04 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Barpathari APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,000 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
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.7% below the period average and just 26.8% 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 04 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Barpathari APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 4 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 5 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 6 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Kalna APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,450 |
| 9 Hunsur APMC | ₹1,250 |
| 10 Khatra APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 11 APMC Nasik APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 12 APMC Pune APMC | ₹1,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,900 (172.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Barpathari APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹3,182. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 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
Before carting Sweet Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Barpathari 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.