Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Sep 2026, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Sweet Pumpkin today.
01What Put Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 4.3% below the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
Here's how Sweet Pumpkin rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC Leader | ₹2,000 |
| 2 Chakdah APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 3 Khatra APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 4 APMC Pune APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,200 (150.0%), 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹2,090. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
Before carting Sweet Pumpkin to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC led Sweet Pumpkin on 17 Sep 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.