Pulling together the 01 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in SMY Dhanotu APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Papaya today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
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 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
At ₹1,000 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at SMY Dhanotu APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,858. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
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
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 Dhanotu APMC on 01 Aug 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.