Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Champaknagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,900 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Sweet Pumpkin leader.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 1.6% above the period average, and just 12.1% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Champaknagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champaknagar APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 5 Kalyani APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 6 Dhupguri APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Egra/contai APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹900 (45.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Champaknagar APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Farmers comparing Sweet Pumpkin rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Champaknagar APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 18 Aug 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.