In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,510 per quintal in Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,760
- Lowest Price Today₹3,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,510
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Papaya is about 1.4% above the period average — just 27.9% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 PMY Una APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹1,700 (32.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Papaya prices at Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,920 and ₹4,870, with the average around ₹3,461. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹4,760 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,510 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,790 | ₹3,270 | ₹3,530 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,840 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,510 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,870 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,540 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,860 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,570 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,780 | ₹3,220 | ₹3,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,530 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,440 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,510 | ₹2,970 | ₹3,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,490 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,330 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹2,920 | ₹3,210 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC on 24 Sep 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.