Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in SMY Rohroo APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Papaya markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
Right now Papaya is about 5.2% below the period average — just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Papaya rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Morinda APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 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 ₹1,000 (21.1%) 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 Rohroo APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,272. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Papaya changed hands at this rate in SMY Rohroo APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.