Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Papaya was quoted at ₹4,850 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Papaya is about 3.5% below the period average, sitting just 39.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Morinda APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
The ₹850 (17.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,027. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,850 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
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
For Papaya, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Papaya stood at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.