In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Lehra Gaga APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
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 18.9% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Hamirpur APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 PMY Chamba 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.
At ₹750 (14.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Lehra Gaga APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,626. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,233 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Papaya rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lehra Gaga APMC posted this Papaya rate on 12 Oct 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.