Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Papaya about 0.8% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Morinda APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹1,250 (26.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Papaya fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 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
For Papaya, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC was the market to beat for Papaya on 24 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.