As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Garh Shankar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Today's rate is about 1.1% above the period average and just 12.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Garh Shankar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹1,000 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Garh Shankar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Garh Shankar APMC posted this Papaya rate on 24 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.