In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹4,650 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Papaya markets in the table that follows.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.9% below the period average and just 53.5% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Papaya prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,839. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.