Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Baruipur(Canning) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Pumpkin, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,400 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Sweet Pumpkin leader.
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₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 11.5% above the period average and just 14.3% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Baruipur(Canning) APMC Leader | ₹2,400 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹1,100 |
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.
That ₹1,300 (118.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Pumpkin prices at Baruipur(Canning) APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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 day's best Sweet Pumpkin rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Baruipur(Canning) 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.