As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in PMY Una APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 30.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Papaya rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹1,000 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at PMY Una APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,375. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Papaya market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Papaya traded at this rate in PMY Una APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.