Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Oct 2026, Santir Bazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Sweet Pumpkin board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.2% above the period average and just 4.8% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 29 Oct 2026, so you can see where Santir Bazar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Santir Bazar APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Mehatpur APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Asansol APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 6 Chakdah APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Balurghat APMC | ₹2,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Pumpkin.
At ₹2,000 (100.0%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Santir Bazar APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Oct 2026, Santir Bazar 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.