Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — SMY Nadaun APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,900 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
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
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Papaya is about 1.4% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Nadaun APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
The ₹1,150 (24.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹5,816. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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 headline Papaya rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya found its strongest bid at SMY Nadaun APMC on 12 Oct 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.