From today's trading desk on 19 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,650 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Papaya is about 3.9% below the period average, sitting just 53.5% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Thanesar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹850 (16.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,841. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Papaya stood at SMY Palampur APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.