With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Sweet Pumpkin markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date20 Aug 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.
This puts Sweet Pumpkin about 4.9% above the period average, and just 8.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sweet Pumpkin rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Teliamura APMC Leader | ₹2,900 |
| 2 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 4 Asansol APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 5 Khatra APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 6 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 7 Sahnewal APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹1,050 |
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.
At ₹1,850 (176.2%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,097. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 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
When picking where to sell Sweet Pumpkin, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC reported Sweet Pumpkin at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.