As the 25 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Rajampet APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Rajampet APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.3% above the period average and just 5.9% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Morinda APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹1,000 (21.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Rajampet APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,579. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
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
Going to the top Papaya market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rajampet APMC posted this Papaya rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.