Going by the latest APMC figures for 08 Aug 2026, Sweet Pumpkin was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Sweet Pumpkin markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 3.0% below the period average and just 16.0% 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 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sealdah Koley Market APMC Leader | ₹2,800 |
| 2 Jalpaiguri Sadar APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 3 Ghatal APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 4 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹2,050 |
| 5 Indus(Bankura Sadar) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 6 Kalipur APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 7 Khatra APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 8 Kalna APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 9 Sahnewal APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Jalgaon APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Nasik APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Bhusaval APMC | ₹1,000 |
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 ₹1,800 (180.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Pumpkin matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,164. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ghatal APMC posted this Sweet Pumpkin rate on 08 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.