With the 06 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in PMY Chamba APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put PMY Chamba APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.0% above the period average and just 4.5% 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 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Morinda APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹1,100 (22.0%), 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 PMY Chamba APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹5,250. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, PMY Chamba APMC posted this Papaya rate on 06 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.