Going by the latest APMC figures for 05 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Rajnandgaon APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.7% below the period average and just 18.0% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Palampur APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Papaya prices at Rajnandgaon APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,300. 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.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,300 |
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
Farmers comparing Papaya rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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, Rajnandgaon APMC posted this Papaya rate on 05 Sep 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.