Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in SMY Baijnath APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Papaya is about 2.3% below the period average — just 18.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Baijnath APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹700 (12.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Baijnath APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Papaya, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Baijnath APMC logged this Papaya rate on 15 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.