As fresh arrivals settled on 29 Aug 2026, Sealdah Koley Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,200 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Sealdah Koley Market APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 26.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sealdah Koley Market APMC Leader | ₹2,200 |
| 2 Baruipur(Canning) APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 3 Kalipur APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 4 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 5 Sahnewal APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 6 Kalna APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 7 Khatra APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 8 Nasik APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 9 Jalgaon APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Binny Mill (FF&V) Bengaluru APMC | ₹900 |
| 11 Chickkaballapura APMC | ₹850 |
| 12 Bhusaval APMC | ₹800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Pumpkin.
At ₹1,400 (175.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Sealdah Koley Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,206. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹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
For Sweet Pumpkin, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Sealdah Koley Market APMC set the pace for Sweet Pumpkin. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.