As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in PMY Kullu APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.2% below the period average and just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where PMY Kullu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Thanesar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹750 (14.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at PMY Kullu APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,211. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 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
Farmers comparing Papaya rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, PMY Kullu APMC posted this Papaya rate on 17 Oct 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.