Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, SMY Nadaun APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,900 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Papaya today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Papaya is about 1.6% above the period average — just 9.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹900 (18.0%) 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 ₹5,807. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya found its strongest bid at SMY Nadaun APMC on 20 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.