Pulling together the 10 Aug 2026 mandi readings, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,800 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date10 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Papaya is about 3.8% above the period average, sitting just 10.8% 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 10 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Morinda APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Villupuram(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.
The ₹800 (16.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Papaya today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, SMY Bhuntar APMC led Papaya on 10 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.