In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Siddavatam APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Papaya markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.5% below the period average and just 30.0% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹800 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Siddavatam APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,421. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in Siddavatam APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.