From today's trading desk on 04 Sep 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 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.
At this level, Papaya is about 3.7% below the period average, sitting just 18.5% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 04 Sep 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar 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 | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
That ₹2,200 (45.8%) 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 SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,506. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 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 |
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
To sum up, this was the Papaya rate at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 04 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.