Need today's rate? At Keralam (state average), Papaya opened and closed near ₹4,850 per quintal today. up ₹1050 (about 27.6%) versus the previous day. This report covers the latest update for , Keralam.
Today's Rate Breakdown — Keralam (state average)
- Highest Price Today₹4,975 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹4,725 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,850 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateKeralam
All these figures come from APMC open auctions. When the average (₹4,850) and the max (₹4,975) are close, farmers bringing good-quality produce benefit from better prices.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Papaya — Comparison Across the State's Major Mandis
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Thazhakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| Manjeri Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
Across these markets, Papaya is dearest at Thazhakkara VFPCK Market APMC (₹5,200) and cheapest at Manjeri Market APMC (₹4,500) — a spread of ₹700/quintal (16%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Papaya Past Trend — Price Record
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2026 | ₹4,975 | ₹4,725 | ₹4,850 |
| 11 Sep 2026 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,217 | ₹4,233 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep 2026 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Sep 2026 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep 2026 | ₹4,025 | ₹3,975 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep 2026 | ₹3,667 | ₹3,533 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep 2026 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep 2026 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Sep 2026 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹3,775 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,750 |
| 30 Aug 2026 | ₹4,275 | ₹3,725 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,450 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug 2026 | ₹3,333 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,267 |
| 25 Aug 2026 | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Aug 2026 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Aug 2026 | ₹3,125 | ₹3,075 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug 2026 | ₹3,483 | ₹3,317 | ₹3,400 |
Smart Selling — A Farmer's Guide
The old mandi rule — 'don't sell everything at once'. Despite today's ₹4,975, sell in 2-3 instalments. This also lets you benefit from any further rally ahead.
Market View for Traders
Large buyers can take this rate as a sign of market strength. Solid buying at ₹4,850 shows traders are comfortable sourcing. Arrivals at neighbouring mandis will clarify the next move.