As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya(Raw) was quoted at ₹1,075 per quintal in Surat APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya(Raw) Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,250
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,075
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya(Raw) (Other)
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 4.8% below the period average and just 46.3% 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
The table below lines up Papaya(Raw) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Surat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Kamalghat APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 3 Mohanpur APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 4 Betnoti APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 5 Dhenkanal APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 6 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 7 Ahmedabad APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 8 Baripada APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 9 Surat APMC | ₹1,075 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya(Raw).
A spread of ₹2,425 (225.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Papaya(Raw) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,129. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,250 | ₹900 | ₹1,075 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,250 | ₹900 | ₹1,075 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹900 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹900 | ₹1,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹900 | ₹1,450 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,050 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
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
The day's best Papaya(Raw) 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 16 Oct 2026, Papaya(Raw) traded at this rate in Surat APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.