In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, SMY Nadaun APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,100 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Papaya leader.
01What Put SMY Nadaun APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Papaya about 4.9% above the period average, and just 6.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Nadaun APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,200 |
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.
That ₹900 (17.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,814. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Nadaun APMC was the market to beat for Papaya on 17 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.