Pulling together the 24 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Papaya, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Papaya.
01What Put Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
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.
Right now Papaya is about 21.8% above the period average — right at 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 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Papaya.
At ₹1,900 (37.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Papaya prices at Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,747. 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 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
The headline Papaya rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Papaya found its strongest bid at Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC on 24 Sep 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.