Based on what the markets reported on 14 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Sirhind APMC. See where this sits in the day's Papaya range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Papaya arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
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.
Right now Papaya is about 21.4% below the period average — just 50.0% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Hamirpur APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 8 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
That ₹750 (14.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Sirhind APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,818. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in Sirhind APMC on 14 Oct 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.