Today at Nagaland (state average), Papaya settled near ₹3,150 per quintal (down ₹850 (about 21.3%) versus the previous day). Farmers and buyers in can read the high, low and recent pattern below.
The Full Picture of Papaya Prices
- Highest Price Today₹3,350 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,150 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateNagaland
All these figures come from APMC open auctions. When the average (₹3,150) and the max (₹3,350) are close, farmers bringing good-quality produce benefit from better prices.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
This is the Kharif harvest and post-monsoon period. Fresh arrivals rise during these weeks, which can soften prices for surplus commodities. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Where Is Papaya Getting a Better Price?
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Baghty APMC | ₹3,300 |
| Kohima APMC | ₹3,000 |
Across these markets, Papaya is dearest at Baghty APMC (₹3,300) and cheapest at Kohima APMC (₹3,000) — a spread of ₹300/quintal (10%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Price Movement
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct 2026 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 28 Oct 2026 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Oct 2026 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Oct 2026 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Oct 2026 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Oct 2026 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct 2026 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct 2026 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | ₹4,050 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,850 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep 2026 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Sep 2026 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep 2026 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,560 | ₹4,715 |
| 14 Sep 2026 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug 2026 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 |
For Farmers — When and How Much to Sell?
The old mandi rule — 'don't sell everything at once'. Despite today's ₹3,350, sell in 2-3 instalments. This also lets you benefit from any further rally ahead.
Wholesale Perspective — Buying Advice
Large buyers can take this rate as a sign of market strength. Solid buying at ₹3,150 shows traders are comfortable sourcing. Arrivals at neighbouring mandis will clarify the next move.