Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Jhargram APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Sweet Pumpkin board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
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.
Right now Sweet Pumpkin is about 16.3% above the period average — just 6.3% 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
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jhargram APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 3 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 4 Egra/contai APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 5 Asansol APMC | ₹1,850 |
| 6 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 7 Sahnewal APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Machhiwara APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 10 Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (200.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Jhargram APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,580. 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 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sweet Pumpkin found its strongest bid at Jhargram APMC on 19 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.