As fresh arrivals settled on 15 Oct 2026, Santir Bazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,600 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Santir Bazar APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 4.2% above the period average, and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Sweet Pumpkin rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santir Bazar APMC Leader | ₹3,600 |
| 2 Ramanagara APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 3 Hunsur APMC | ₹2,380 |
| 4 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 5 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 6 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 7 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹1,950 |
| 11 Machhiwara APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Kalna APMC | ₹1,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Pumpkin.
A spread of ₹2,000 (125.0%) 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 Santir Bazar APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,456. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
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
The headline Sweet Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Santir Bazar APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 15 Oct 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.