Reading today's price tape for 05 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Lehra Gaga APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Papaya is about 1.9% below the period average, sitting just 13.5% 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 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Palampur APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Arcot(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.
At ₹3,000 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Lehra Gaga APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,588. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,667 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,582 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,733 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Papaya stood at Lehra Gaga APMC on 05 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.