Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Papaya was quoted at ₹2,710 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. This is one of several Papaya rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,180
- Lowest Price Today₹2,560
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,710
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Papaya is about 4.1% above the period average — just 37.0% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹900 (18.0%) 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 Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,603. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,180 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,710 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,130 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,670 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,150 | ₹2,570 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,130 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,680 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,150 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,710 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,280 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,730 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,130 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,660 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,180 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,770 | ₹2,880 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,870 | ₹3,240 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,730 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,220 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,870 | ₹3,240 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,270 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,510 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,230 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,580 | ₹2,730 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,710 | ₹3,230 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹2,680 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹2,640 | ₹3,160 |
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
When picking where to sell Papaya, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.