With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 15.4% 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
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Morinda APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,250 (27.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,192. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Papaya rate on 19 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.