Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,700 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Papaya today.
01What's Behind Today's Papaya Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 2.1% above the period average, and just 12.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹5,700 |
| 2 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹700 (14.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Papaya to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Bhuntar APMC was the market to beat for Papaya on 23 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.