In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Aug 2026, Khatra APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,600 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Khatra APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 0.9% above the period average, and just 27.3% 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
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khatra APMC Leader | ₹1,600 |
| 2 Pune APMC | ₹1,350 |
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.
The ₹250 (18.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Khatra APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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
Selling Sweet Pumpkin well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Khatra APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Pumpkin on 23 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.