Here's the 18 Jul 2026 mandi snapshot — Khateema APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya(Raw), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Papaya(Raw).
01What Put Khateema APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityPapaya(Raw) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its Today Band
Today's modal rate sits in the Today band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Papaya(Raw) is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya(Raw) rates across active mandis for 18 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Khateema APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Jainagar APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Betnoti APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 7 Udala APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Rampurmaniharan APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Kairana APMC | ₹2,050 |
| 10 Dhenkanal APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Banki APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Balasore APMC | ₹1,800 |
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.
The ₹3,200 (177.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05Today's Price Snapshot
Over the today, Papaya(Raw) prices at Khateema APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,000. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Papaya(Raw) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Khateema APMC led Papaya(Raw) on 18 Jul 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.