In the price report dated 16 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in SMY Baijnath APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
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.
Today's rate is about 5.0% above the period average and just 12.7% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,450 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹750 (14.3%) 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 Baijnath APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
Selling Papaya well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Baijnath APMC posted this Papaya rate on 16 Sep 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.