With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Papaya was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Papaya Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPapaya (Papaya)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.1% below the period average and just 21.4% 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
The table below lines up Papaya rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 PMY Una APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
At ₹750 (14.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Papaya matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Papaya prices at Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,734. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Fruit and Vegetable Market Udhampur APMC posted this Papaya rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.