In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in PMY Kullu APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Papaya markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Papaya rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Papaya is about 0.5% above the period average — just 13.3% 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
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 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 SMY Rohroo 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.
The ₹1,500 (30.0%) 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 PMY Kullu APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,174. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, PMY Kullu APMC logged this Papaya rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.