Across the reporting yards on 28 Oct 2026, Asansol APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Pumpkin Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Pumpkin (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sweet Pumpkin rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 33.3% above the period average and just 9.1% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Asansol APMC Leader | ₹2,500 |
| 2 Jhargram APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Jangipur APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 4 Gangarampur(Dakshin Dinajpur) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 5 Balurghat APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 6 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 7 Jalalabad APMC | ₹1,650 |
| 8 Machhiwara APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 9 Ramanagara APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Khatra APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 11 APMC Pune APMC | ₹850 |
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.
That ₹1,650 (194.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sweet Pumpkin fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹1,350 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹1,876. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,050 | ₹1,850 | ₹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
The headline Sweet Pumpkin rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Oct 2026, Asansol 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.