Based on what the markets reported on 13 Aug 2026, PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Papaya is about 9.4% above the period average — just 18.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 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 ₹1,500 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,941. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Papaya, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya found its strongest bid at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC on 13 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.