In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Khatra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sweet Pumpkin is about 14.7% below the period average — just 40.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Khatra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Champaknagar APMC Leader | ₹3,300 |
| 2 Barpathari APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 5 Asansol APMC | ₹2,150 |
| 6 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 7 Chakdah APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 8 Mehatpur APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 9 Kalna APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Khatra APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 11 APMC Jalgaon APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 12 APMC Nasik APMC | ₹1,200 |
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 ₹2,100 (175.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Khatra APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,524. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,450 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Khatra APMC logged this Sweet Pumpkin rate on 18 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.