Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Jul 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,950 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. This is one of several Papaya rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 8.5% 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 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kohima APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 SMY Dhanotu APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
At ₹1,400 (27.5%), 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 SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,950 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Papaya today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Jul 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in SMY Nadaun 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.