In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,300 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Sweet Pumpkin.
01What Put Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sweet Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Sweet Pumpkin is about 8.6% above the period average, sitting just 4.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC Leader | ₹2,300 |
| 2 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Egra/contai APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 4 Champadanga APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 5 Asansol APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 6 Mumbai APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Jangipur APMC | ₹1,150 |
| 9 Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Dharashiv APMC | ₹750 |
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 ₹1,550 (206.7%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,117. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC led Sweet Pumpkin on 12 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.