Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Kalyani APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,600 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Sweet Pumpkin, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Sweet Pumpkin)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.9% above the period average and just 29.7% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyani APMC Leader | ₹2,600 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 4 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹900 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (188.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Kalyani APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹2,552. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Sweet Pumpkin today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Kalyani 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.