Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Morinda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Papaya is about 22.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Morinda APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹850 (17.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Morinda APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
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
Before carting Papaya to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Papaya rate at Morinda APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.