Across the reporting yards on 17 Sep 2026, Champaknagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,100 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.3% above the period average and just 11.4% 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
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champaknagar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Kalyani APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 4 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 5 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 6 Asansol APMC | ₹2,050 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 8 Balurghat APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Dhupguri APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Jangipur APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Chakdah APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Mehatpur APMC | ₹1,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,200 (63.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Champaknagar APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,944. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Champaknagar 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.