In the day's wholesale-price digest for 09 Aug 2026, Sealdah Koley Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,800 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Sweet Pumpkin leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
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.
At this level, Sweet Pumpkin is about 29.9% above the period average, sitting just 6.7% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sealdah Koley Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sealdah Koley Market APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 3 Memari APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 5 Burdwan APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 6 Kalipur APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 7 Kalna APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 8 Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 9 Jangipur APMC | ₹975 |
| 10 Dharashiv APMC | ₹750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,050 (273.3%) 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 Sealdah Koley Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,155. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Sweet Pumpkin rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Sealdah Koley Market APMC led Sweet Pumpkin on 09 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.